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P145 MEH

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,355 mi
Last recorded43,355 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP145 MEH
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2024 43,355 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 40,199 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 38,262 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 37,054 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 35,830 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 33,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 30,848 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 28,941 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 25,556 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 25,556 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 24,075 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 22,108 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 22,018 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 21,954 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 21,954 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 21,749 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 21,744 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 21,596 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 21,229 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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P145 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 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 P145 MEH, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P145 MEH is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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