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P225 LOH

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

49,584 mi
Last recorded49,584 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP225 LOH
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 49,584 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 49,536 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 48,192 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 47,612 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 47,251 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2018 46,366 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 45,941 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 44,633 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 39,939 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 38,086 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,086 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 36,488 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 35,379 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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P225 LOH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P225 LOH, 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 P225 LOH registered?

P225 LOH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P225 LOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P225 LOH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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