MOT Status
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53,864 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Handlebar retaining device missing pinch bolts on clipon (2.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Insecure wiring (2.1.4 (c))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Suspension arm modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Mud Guard Slight Damage
Offside Fairing Slight Damsge
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Fairing damage
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion Both sides (2.3.3)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
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N650 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 N650 JLP, 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 N650 JLP registered?
N650 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 14 June 1996.
Is N650 JLP safe to buy?
The MOT history for N650 JLP shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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