CarVerify

Free Car Check

N790 LWU

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,887 mi
Last recorded29,887 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN790 LWU
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
View full Yamaha Thunderace reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 29,887 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 29,525 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 29,337 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 29,114 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 29,110 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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
Full Yamaha Thunderace reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N790 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N790 LWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N790 LWU?

You can check the full history of N790 LWU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N790 LWU registered?

N790 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N790 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N790 LWU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N790 LWU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N790 LWU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.