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N337 RCU

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,089 mi
Last recorded54,089 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN337 RCU
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2016 54,089 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 53,155 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 50,982 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,211 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 49,076 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 48,180 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 46,945 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 46,176 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 45,097 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 42,566 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 40,736 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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N337 RCU is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N337 RCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N337 RCU registered?

N337 RCU is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N337 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N337 RCU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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