MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,009 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front handle bars slightly bent
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
rear brake caliper bleed nipple snapped off no leaks at time of testing
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive has tight spot in it (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))
Nearside Front handle bar slightly bent on full lock close to hitting tank
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
rear caliper bleed nipple snapped off no leaks at time of testing
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.
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N161 LRT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 N161 LRT, 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 N161 LRT registered?
N161 LRT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 17 May 1996.
Is N161 LRT safe to buy?
The MOT history for N161 LRT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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