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M5 CSR

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,322 mi
Last recorded74,322 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 CSR
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 74,322 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 72,620 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 71,236 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 69,552 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 67,336 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 64,830 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 62,964 miles

Front no front mudgard fitted

Pass 11 Oct 2018 60,971 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 58,791 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 55,853 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 53,186 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 50,599 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 48,188 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 45,052 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2011 43,111 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 41,054 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 37,892 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 36,168 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 35,061 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 33,680 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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M5 CSR is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M5 CSR, 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 M5 CSR registered?

M5 CSR is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is M5 CSR safe to buy?

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