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P205 SPP

1997 Yamaha TRX850

Black Petrol 849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,122 mi
Last recorded18,122 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TRX85024,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP205 SPP
MakeYamaha
ModelTRX850
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine849cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 18,122 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 18,104 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 18,088 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 18,077 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 17,988 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 17,548 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 16,602 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 14,007 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 12,840 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 11,696 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 11,696 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 May 2010 11,051 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 19 May 2010 11,051 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 10,761 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,353 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 9,507 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,176 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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P205 SPP 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 88.2%.

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 P205 SPP, 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 P205 SPP registered?

P205 SPP is a 1997 Yamaha TRX850, first registered on 31 March 1997.

Is P205 SPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P205 SPP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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