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N372 VPL

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,819 mi
Last recorded16,819 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN372 VPL
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 16,819 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 16,222 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 16,222 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 14,533 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2010 14,533 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 13,849 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 13,484 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 13,395 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 12,996 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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N372 VPL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 N372 VPL, 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 N372 VPL registered?

N372 VPL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N372 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N372 VPL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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