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R807 FGY

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

12,395 mi
Last recorded12,395 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR807 FGY
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 12,395 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 11,309 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Very slightly notchy/tight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2025 11,309 miles

Front Position lamp not working position light not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working Brake light only working intermittently when operated by front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Very slightly notchy/tight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering Front brake lever touches fairing on full right lock (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 10,551 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 10,546 miles

Brake component insecure rear brake arm nuts loose (1.1.21 (c))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted split pin missing from pedal pin (1.1.21 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 9,598 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 9,598 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 28,877 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 28,092 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 26,275 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 20,641 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 20,641 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 18,540 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 18,540 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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R807 FGY is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 R807 FGY, 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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R807 FGY is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 10 June 1998.

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