CarVerify

Free Car Check

P689 WGE

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,488 mi
Last recorded52,488 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 WGE
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 52,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 52,423 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 52,301 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 52,122 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 51,851 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 51,412 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 51,176 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 May 2014 50,548 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 49,965 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 49,166 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 48,096 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,715 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 47,695 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 22 Jun 2007 45,222 miles

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 45,222 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 40,197 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
Full Yamaha TRX850 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P689 WGE is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Red with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P689 WGE, 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

How do I check the history of P689 WGE?

You can check the full history of P689 WGE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P689 WGE registered?

P689 WGE is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P689 WGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P689 WGE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P689 WGE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P689 WGE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.