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N63 XFL

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,657 mi
Last recorded35,657 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN63 XFL
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 35,657 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 34,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 30,265 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 29,684 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 27,976 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 25,990 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 25,436 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 22,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 19,912 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 18,943 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 18,549 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 18,234 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 18,176 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 18,156 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 18,015 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2009 18,015 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 17,785 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 17,364 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 16,471 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 16,471 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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N63 XFL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N63 XFL, 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 N63 XFL registered?

N63 XFL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N63 XFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N63 XFL shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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