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P62 XAW

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,540 mi
Last recorded15,540 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP62 XAW
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2023 15,540 miles

Offside Front Steering limiter on lower fork yoke slightly damaged

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 15,540 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2022 15,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 15,540 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 11,009 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 908 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 905 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate incorrect Registration plate is not fitted at the rear of the machine (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering Lower yoke contacting radiator shroud on left hand full lock (2.1.2a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 606 miles

Throttle slightly stiff in operation.

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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P62 XAW is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P62 XAW, 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 P62 XAW registered?

P62 XAW is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P62 XAW safe to buy?

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