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N430 TLJ

1996 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,939 mi
Last recorded39,939 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TRX85027,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN430 TLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 39,939 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 39,939 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,931 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 38,727 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 38,077 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 37,370 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 37,278 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 37,224 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 37,085 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 37,050 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 37,050 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 36,783 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 34,726 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 32,848 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 30,664 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 29,288 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 25,999 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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N430 TLJ 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 88.2%.

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 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 N430 TLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N430 TLJ registered?

N430 TLJ is a 1996 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N430 TLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N430 TLJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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