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P294 XHG

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,345 mi
Last recorded20,345 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP294 XHG
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2025 20,345 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 19,844 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 19,489 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 May 2021 18,466 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 18,278 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 17,926 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,551 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 17,297 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 16,933 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 16,868 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 16,804 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,661 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,163 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 15,886 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 15,200 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 14,602 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,713 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 12,887 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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P294 XHG is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P294 XHG, 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 P294 XHG registered?

P294 XHG is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P294 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P294 XHG shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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