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N334 LYG

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,162 mi
Last recorded42,162 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN334 LYG
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 42,162 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 40,792 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit monitor (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 37,397 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 37,397 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit front 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,942 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 33,869 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 33,645 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 33,285 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 32,909 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 32,619 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 32,198 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 31,401 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 29,201 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 29,201 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 27,009 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 25,371 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 May 2007 22,784 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 21,956 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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N334 LYG is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 N334 LYG, 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 N334 LYG registered?

N334 LYG is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N334 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N334 LYG shows 18 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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