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N452 APY

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,309 mi
Last recorded29,309 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN452 APY
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 29,309 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 29,308 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2023 28,807 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 27,812 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 27,021 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 26,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 26,717 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 26,089 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,990 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 23,928 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 22,853 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 21,878 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2010 21,874 miles

Rear Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 21,737 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 20,539 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

n/s mirror insecure

Pass 22 Jul 2006 19,325 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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N452 APY is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N452 APY, 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 N452 APY registered?

N452 APY is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 13 April 1996.

Is N452 APY safe to buy?

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