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P157 GRD

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,578 mi
Last recorded30,578 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 GRD
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2013 30,578 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 25,977 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 25,841 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 25,362 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 24,782 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 24,050 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 22,970 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 21,386 miles

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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P157 GRD is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P157 GRD, 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 P157 GRD registered?

P157 GRD is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 12 April 1997.

Is P157 GRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 GRD shows 8 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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