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P470 GRR

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Green Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP470 GRR
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2025

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swingarm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 94,990 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 44,682 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Oct 2014 44,203 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 43,215 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 41,601 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 39,911 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 37,960 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 36,404 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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P470 GRR is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Green with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P470 GRR, 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 P470 GRR registered?

P470 GRR is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P470 GRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P470 GRR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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