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T216 RTA

1999 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,327 mi
Last recorded26,327 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha TRX85021,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT216 RTA
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 26,327 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 26,117 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 26,020 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 25,763 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 25,329 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2021 25,249 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 25,159 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 25,159 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 25,028 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 24,836 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 24,664 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,389 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 23,952 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 23,612 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 23,602 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 23,124 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 22,754 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 22,754 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 22,468 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 21,655 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 20,533 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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T216 RTA is a 1999 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 21,012 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 T216 RTA, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T216 RTA registered?

T216 RTA is a 1999 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 24 March 1999.

Is T216 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T216 RTA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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