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R760 SFJ

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,279 mi
Last recorded28,279 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR760 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 28,279 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 28,279 miles

both fork tubes corroded and pitted

Fail 19 May 2021 28,279 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

both fork tubes corroded and pitted

Pass 27 May 2008 28,278 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 28,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 27,152 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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R760 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R760 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R760 SFJ registered?

R760 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R760 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R760 SFJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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