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N71 UDV

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,081 mi
Last recorded26,081 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 UDV
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2008 26,081 miles

N/S/F SIDE REPEATER IS SLIGHTLY LOOSE

Fail 15 Feb 2008 26,073 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

N/S/F SIDE REPEATER IS SLIGHTLY LOOSE

Fail 23 Aug 2006 23,039 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 23,039 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?

Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
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N71 UDV is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,238 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 Thunderace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N71 UDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thunderace typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N71 UDV registered?

N71 UDV is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N71 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 UDV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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