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P119 MLD

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

54,803 mi
Last recorded54,803 miles
Recorded on9 May 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 MLD
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2020 54,803 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 52,995 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 52,995 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 52,599 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 52,463 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 52,463 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 52,040 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2009 52,040 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 51,718 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 51,330 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 51,330 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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P119 MLD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc 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 P119 MLD, 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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P119 MLD is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 28 August 1996.

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