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A11 SHF

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

23,521 mi
Last recorded23,521 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 SHF
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 23,521 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 23,480 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 23,435 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 23,400 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 23,293 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,671 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 20,374 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 18,719 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 18,380 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 18,304 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 16,748 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 16,748 miles

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

Rear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.2d)

Fail 5 Apr 2006 16,730 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?

Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
990
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
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A11 SHF is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 SHF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thundercat typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 SHF registered?

A11 SHF is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is A11 SHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 SHF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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