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N139 PCD

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,713 mi
Last recorded34,713 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN139 PCD
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2015 34,713 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 34,713 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 34,081 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 34,046 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 33,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 32,612 miles

long travel on front brake lever

Pass 23 Apr 2007 32,440 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 31,592 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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N139 PCD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N139 PCD, 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.

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What year was N139 PCD registered?

N139 PCD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 June 1996.

Is N139 PCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N139 PCD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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