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P491 PVX

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,747 mi
Last recorded26,747 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 PVX
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 26,747 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 26,097 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 25,007 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 24,998 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 24,991 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 23,009 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,980 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,011 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2007 11,300 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 10,630 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 10,630 miles

Nearside Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

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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P491 PVX is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P491 PVX, 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 P491 PVX registered?

P491 PVX is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P491 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P491 PVX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P491 PVX have outstanding finance?

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