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P616 XGH

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Blue Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

686 mi
Last recorded686 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP616 XGH
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 686 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 91 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 1 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 2,514 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 2,404 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 1,939 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 1,011 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 546 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 37 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 40,873 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2012 40,747 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 39,821 miles

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 39,340 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 38,896 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 37,927 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 37,449 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 36,326 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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P616 XGH is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Blue with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 P616 XGH, 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 P616 XGH registered?

P616 XGH is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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