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R985 ENC

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,780 mi
Last recorded29,780 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 ENC
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 29,780 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 18 Jun 2026 29,780 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) chain adjuster bolts and locknuts loose and out of position (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 28,368 miles

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 28,308 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 27,827 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 27,533 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 27,321 miles

Front brake pads slight corrosion

Rear brake pads slight corrosion

Pass 23 Jan 2019 27,321 miles

Front pads slight corrosion

Rear pads slight corrosion

Pass 8 Apr 2014 27,107 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 26,898 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 24,298 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 21,119 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 21,114 miles

Nearside Front Upper Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Outer Rear Lower Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 46,019 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 45,986 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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R985 ENC is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R985 ENC, 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 R985 ENC registered?

R985 ENC is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 28 April 1998.

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