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P336 GJF

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,861 mi
Last recorded16,861 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP336 GJF
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2025 16,861 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 16,358 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 15,562 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 15,476 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 14,566 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 14,369 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 13,640 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 12,745 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,219 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 11,718 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2010 10,546 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 9,361 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

none standard rear indicators fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2007 8,679 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 5,791 miles

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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P336 GJF is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 P336 GJF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P336 GJF registered?

P336 GJF is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P336 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P336 GJF shows 14 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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