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N944 HGJ

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,310 mi
Last recorded19,310 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN944 HGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2019 19,310 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 18,941 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 18,020 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 17,412 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 16,669 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 16,113 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 15,339 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 14,331 miles

pitting to front and rear brake discs

wear to front tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2008 12,938 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 11,917 miles

slight pitting to front and rear brake discs

Pass 3 Jun 2006 10,349 miles

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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N944 HGJ is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N944 HGJ, 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 N944 HGJ registered?

N944 HGJ is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N944 HGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N944 HGJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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