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P269 WKH

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

53,555 mi
Last recorded53,555 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP269 WKH
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 53,555 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Apr 2012 49,228 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 45,417 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 38,438 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 29,557 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 29,557 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 18,659 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2008 18,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2007 9,622 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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P269 WKH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P269 WKH, 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 P269 WKH registered?

P269 WKH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 24 May 1997.

Is P269 WKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P269 WKH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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