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H9 POD

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,329 mi
Last recorded52,329 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 POD
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 52,329 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,277 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 24,277 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 23,484 miles

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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H9 POD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 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 Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H9 POD, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H9 POD registered?

H9 POD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is H9 POD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H9 POD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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