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HX03 HMV

2003 Yamaha Thundercat

Green Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha Thundercat21,821 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 HMV
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Chain master link worn, Advise replacing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 278 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 278 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 547 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 547 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 1 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 1 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 61,775 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 57,358 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 52,102 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 49,032 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 48,772 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2008 45,689 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 39,986 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 31,296 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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HX03 HMV is a 2003 Yamaha Thundercat in Green with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 21,821 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 HX03 HMV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX03 HMV registered?

HX03 HMV is a 2003 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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The MOT history for HX03 HMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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