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LJ03 SOU

2003 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

43,049 mi
Last recorded43,049 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Thundercat21,821 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 SOU
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 43,049 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 40,033 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 38,029 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 35,943 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2023 35,943 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 35,041 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 34,155 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 32,948 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 31,628 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 29,918 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 28,077 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,048 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,245 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 17,238 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 16,038 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 11,457 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 7,667 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 3,142 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))

Pass 4 Aug 2009 3,142 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 1,111 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2007 974 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 787 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 787 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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LJ03 SOU is a 2003 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 LJ03 SOU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ03 SOU registered?

LJ03 SOU is a 2003 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 16 June 2003.

Is LJ03 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ03 SOU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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