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N994 LNW

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,325 mi
Last recorded62,325 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN994 LNW
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2018 62,325 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2018 62,124 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 51,733 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Swingarm (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 43,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2015 34,799 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 27,176 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 24,673 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 23,918 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 23,908 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,263 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 21,026 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 19,269 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,393 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 16,192 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2007 16,192 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 15,335 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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N994 LNW is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N994 LNW, 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 N994 LNW registered?

N994 LNW is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N994 LNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N994 LNW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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