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P235 HVN

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,479 mi
Last recorded32,479 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP235 HVN
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 32,479 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 32,307 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 32,280 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 32,280 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 32,127 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 31,953 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 31,430 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 31,430 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 May 2009 28,444 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 28,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,767 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 25,422 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 22,847 miles

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

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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P235 HVN is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TRX850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 24,998 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 P235 HVN, 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 29 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 P235 HVN registered?

P235 HVN is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 5 April 1997.

Is P235 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P235 HVN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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