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N238 SPK

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

91,819 mi
Last recorded91,819 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN238 SPK
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 91,819 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 91,816 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2018 89,269 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 87,443 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 83,737 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 80,512 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 78,663 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2014 78,663 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2013 74,852 miles

front & rear brakes - slightly spongey on lever pressure.

Pass 9 May 2012 74,769 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 71,877 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 68,245 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 64,207 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 63,622 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 63,622 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 May 2007 61,807 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 60,863 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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N238 SPK is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N238 SPK, 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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What year was N238 SPK registered?

N238 SPK is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 12 January 1996.

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