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P327 SAT

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,042 mi
Last recorded54,042 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP327 SAT
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 54,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 54,028 miles

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear shock absorber and link assembly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower rear tyre 'chaffed' around edges

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 53,976 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear suspension slightly stiff.

Pass 24 Jul 2019 53,866 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 53,525 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 53,525 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2017 51,995 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2016 47,366 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 14 Dec 2013 47,322 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 46,232 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2011 44,782 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 41,927 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 38,403 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 37,405 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 37,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?

Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
990
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
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P327 SAT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P327 SAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P327 SAT registered?

P327 SAT is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 27 November 1996.

Is P327 SAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P327 SAT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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