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R716 SFJ

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,343 mi
Last recorded29,343 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 29,343 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 29,343 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working Rear brake pedal (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 29,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2022 29,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 29,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 28,910 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2018 26,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 May 2018 26,517 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 21,557 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2016 21,400 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 21,190 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 20,825 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 20,613 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2012 19,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rear brake stiff/sticking slightly

Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,651 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2009 18,651 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 18,405 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 16,796 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TRX850?

Based on 10,066 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 106
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 69
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 68
reflector on motorcycle missing 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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R716 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 26,871 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha TRX850 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R716 SFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TRX850 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R716 SFJ registered?

R716 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 14 March 1998.

Is R716 SFJ safe to buy?

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