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S164 TVX

1998 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,603 mi
Last recorded21,603 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TRX85026,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS164 TVX
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 21,603 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 21,335 miles

Rear wheel slightly tight to turn

Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,325 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 21,272 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 21,006 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 20,402 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 19,930 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,442 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,978 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 16,716 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 14,139 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 8,983 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 5,549 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,385 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 64,132 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 64,132 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 44,655 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 44,655 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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S164 TVX is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S164 TVX, 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 S164 TVX registered?

S164 TVX is a 1998 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S164 TVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S164 TVX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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