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P261 FPL

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,322 mi
Last recorded17,322 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP261 FPL
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 17,322 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 15,085 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 15,085 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 3 May 2013 13,538 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 13,490 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 13,440 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 13,269 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 13,078 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P261 FPL is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P261 FPL, 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 P261 FPL registered?

P261 FPL is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P261 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P261 FPL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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