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P279 MKO

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,430 mi
Last recorded34,430 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 MKO
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2010 34,430 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 32,442 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 30,407 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 28,847 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 28,847 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Feb 2006 27,269 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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P279 MKO is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P279 MKO, 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.

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What year was P279 MKO registered?

P279 MKO is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P279 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 MKO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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