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K555 NOB

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,235 mi
Last recorded41,235 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK555 NOB
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 41,235 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 41,117 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2018 41,117 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,009 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 40,785 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 40,785 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2013 39,987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Speedometer not present at time of test

Fail 30 Jun 2009

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Speedometer not present at time of test

Pass 11 Feb 2008 38,659 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 37,736 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

both handlebar grips not fully secure

Fail 8 Aug 2006 37,736 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

both handle bar grips not fully secured

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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K555 NOB is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 27,211 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 K555 NOB, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TRX850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K555 NOB is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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