MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,203 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
chain needs oiling
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Offside Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.
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N158 EKW is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 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 N158 EKW, 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 N158 EKW registered?
N158 EKW is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 17 May 1996.
Is N158 EKW safe to buy?
The MOT history for N158 EKW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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