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P748 UFB

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 UFB
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 2 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 79,772 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 79,700 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 61,139 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 43,041 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,492 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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P748 UFB is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P748 UFB, 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 P748 UFB registered?

P748 UFB is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P748 UFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P748 UFB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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