Yamaha Trx850
MotorcycleFrom 627 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and a lamp missing or inoperative. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 9 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 4 |
| brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected | 4 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 23.2% of Trx850 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 85.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 1996 | 87.3% | rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
Typical mileage
Half of all Trx850s tested had between 17,655 and 35,727 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,648 median miles, the Trx850 has 0.055 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Trx850 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Trx850 has a 85.8% MOT pass rate based on 627 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Trx850?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Trx850 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Trx850 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Trx850 is 25,648 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 17,655 and 35,727 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.