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P256 NWF

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

22,976 mi
Last recorded22,976 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 NWF
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 22,976 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 22,976 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 22,976 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 22,961 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 22,944 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 22,923 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 22,905 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2015 22,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 22,741 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 22,737 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 22,737 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 22,599 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 22,599 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 22,586 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2011 22,586 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 22,518 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 22,518 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 22,329 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,069 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 21,812 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 21,812 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 21,697 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2006 21,697 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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P256 NWF is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P256 NWF, 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 P256 NWF registered?

P256 NWF is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P256 NWF safe to buy?

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