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P377 PWR

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,944 mi
Last recorded38,944 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP377 PWR
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2012 38,944 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering slightly misaligned

Fail 17 Nov 2012 38,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering slightly misaligned

Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,498 miles

handlebar alignment required

Pass 25 Jun 2010 37,604 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 37,242 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Jun 2009 37,220 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 37,162 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 May 2008 32,671 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 25,177 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 23,090 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 23,090 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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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P377 PWR is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 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 Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P377 PWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P377 PWR registered?

P377 PWR is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P377 PWR safe to buy?

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