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R207 WRA

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,094 mi
Last recorded9,094 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR207 WRA
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 9,094 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 9,084 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 9,016 miles

Rear suspension bolt only just touching nylon lock nut.

Pass 5 Jun 2019 9,010 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 9,005 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 9,000 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 8,679 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 May 2016 8,679 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2014 27,526 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 May 2014 27,526 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2013 26,052 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 25,678 miles

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

front forks are pitted which could cause short seal life

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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R207 WRA is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850 in Black with a 849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R207 WRA, 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 R207 WRA registered?

R207 WRA is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is R207 WRA safe to buy?

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