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N832 UPL

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,421 mi
Last recorded41,421 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN832 UPL
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 41,421 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 41,381 miles

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

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 41,381 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 40,459 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 40,459 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 40,459 miles

Centre Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

FRONT MUDGAURD LOOSE

FUEL TANK LOOSE

Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,218 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

exhaust bandage repaired

rear tyre is on 1mm limit

Pass 16 Apr 2008 34,203 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 32,963 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 32,963 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 6 May 2006 32,222 miles

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

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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N832 UPL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N832 UPL, 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 N832 UPL registered?

N832 UPL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 19 March 1996.

Is N832 UPL safe to buy?

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