Yamaha TRX850

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 849 cc

T285 XTAMOT history

T285 XTA is a black petrol Yamaha TRX850 first used on 19 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 20,489 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2027
Mileage
20,489 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T285 XTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Yamaha
Model
TRX850
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
849 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T285 XTA was last recorded at 20,489 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 2,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
17,751 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,738 miles
Average per year
597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 20,489 miles
  • 2025 – 17,751 miles
  • 2023 – 17,671 miles
  • 2022 – 17,137 miles
  • 2020 – 16,863 miles
  • 2019 – 15,349 miles
  • 2018 – 14,763 miles
  • 2016 – 14,446 miles
  • 2015 – 14,169 miles
  • 2013 – 11,988 miles
  • 2010 – 11,553 miles
  • 2009 – 10,444 miles
  • 2008 – 9,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,489 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing slightly rough when spun

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass20,489 miles (+2,738)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    20,489 miles
    Test number
    992808332264
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing slightly rough when spun

  2. Pass17,751 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    17,751 miles
    Test number
    326219616172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass17,671 miles (+534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    17,671 miles
    Test number
    727620618625
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass17,137 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    17,137 miles
    Test number
    374381946845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass16,863 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    16,863 miles
    Test number
    208212318007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,349 miles (+586)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    15,349 miles
    Test number
    801917339605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass14,763 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    14,763 miles
    Test number
    929233050485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass14,446 miles (+277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    14,446 miles
    Test number
    739088872329
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp masks/converters fitted

  9. Pass14,169 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    14,169 miles
    Test number
    435913665174
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteChain guard missing
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  10. Fail14,169 miles (+2,181)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,169 miles
    Test number
    298913765178
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteChain guard missing
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  11. Pass11,988 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    11,988 miles
    Test number
    959594063130
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • NoteAir box not fitted to carbs

  12. Fail11,988 miles (+435)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,988 miles
    Test number
    758184063121
    • FailureOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • NoteAir box not fitted to carbs

  13. Pass11,553 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,553 miles
    Test number
    444406410203
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  14. Fail11,553 miles (+1,109)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,553 miles
    Test number
    161439500298
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  15. Pass10,444 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    10,444 miles
    Test number
    823497929005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,345 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    9,345 miles
    Test number
    571501658011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail9,342 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,342 miles
    Test number
    232790338054
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Questions about T285 XTA

Does T285 XTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T285 XTA is valid until 16 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T285 XTA?
The MOT on T285 XTA is valid until 16 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T285 XTA done?
T285 XTA was recorded at 20,489 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 597 miles a year.
Has T285 XTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T285 XTA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2015.
Has the mileage on T285 XTA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T285 XTA find?
T285 XTA passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front wheel bearing has slight play; front wheel bearing slightly rough when spun.

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