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N237 JAT

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

35,530 mi
Last recorded35,530 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN237 JAT
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 35,530 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 35,254 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 33,566 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 33,566 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 32,022 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 32,022 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 4 May 2013 31,549 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 May 2013 31,549 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2007 37,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Oct 2007 37,113 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Oct 2006 29,784 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 29,784 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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N237 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 N237 JAT, 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 N237 JAT registered?

N237 JAT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N237 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N237 JAT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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