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P802 SYE

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

38,358 mi
Last recorded38,358 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP802 SYE
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 38,358 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 38,358 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2025 35,909 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 34,838 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,721 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 32,813 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 31,922 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 30,995 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 30,588 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 29,271 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 29,271 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 28,893 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2013 27,552 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 26,554 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 26,547 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 26,547 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 26,547 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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P802 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P802 SYE, 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 P802 SYE registered?

P802 SYE is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is P802 SYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P802 SYE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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