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P149 VUB

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,166 mi
Last recorded22,166 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 VUB
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2016 22,166 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 21,392 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 19,087 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

horn poor

Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,255 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 17,834 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 17,585 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 17,005 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 16,935 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 16,570 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?

Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
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P149 VUB is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Thunderace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P149 VUB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thunderace typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P149 VUB registered?

P149 VUB is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P149 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P149 VUB shows 9 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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