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N474 CJK

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,312 mi
Last recorded72,312 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN474 CJK
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2018 72,312 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 72,185 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 71,946 miles

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

Fail 10 Oct 2015 71,946 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 51,654 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 69,604 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 29 Jun 2013 69,234 miles

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

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

clutch snaches

Pass 10 Jul 2012 53,265 miles

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

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

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2011 39,430 miles

rear tyre has had a puncture repair

Pass 29 Jun 2010 33,671 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 27,306 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 27,306 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2008 18,038 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 17,972 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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N474 CJK is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N474 CJK, 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 N474 CJK registered?

N474 CJK is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 22 June 1996.

Is N474 CJK safe to buy?

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