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P343 OLF

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 OLF
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017
Pass 28 Aug 2014 15,540 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Aug 2012 50,427 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2011 46,815 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 49,809 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 May 2008 49,716 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 49,675 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 48,835 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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P343 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P343 OLF, 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 P343 OLF registered?

P343 OLF is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is P343 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P343 OLF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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