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P551 KCF

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,354 mi
Last recorded57,354 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 KCF
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 57,354 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 56,362 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 54,679 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 52,739 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 51,186 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 49,507 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 47,118 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 43,935 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 40,477 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 37,913 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 37,913 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 36,637 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2014 35,415 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 34,088 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 33,195 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 32,210 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 30,818 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,954 miles

front tyre tread getting low.

Pass 21 Aug 2008 26,619 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front wheel slightly difficult to turn

Pass 13 Aug 2007 25,419 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 24,173 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 24,173 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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P551 KCF is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 P551 KCF, 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 P551 KCF registered?

P551 KCF is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P551 KCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 KCF shows 22 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.

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