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P785 NJN

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Red Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,017 mi
Last recorded43,017 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP785 NJN
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 43,017 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 42,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 42,744 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2022 42,627 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 41,575 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 41,046 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 40,849 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 40,481 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 39,808 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 39,321 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 28,552 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 28,416 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,402 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 28,292 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 28,007 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 26,867 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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P785 NJN 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 93.8%.

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 P785 NJN, 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 P785 NJN registered?

P785 NJN is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P785 NJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P785 NJN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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