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P383 GSL

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

34,238 mi
Last recorded34,238 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP383 GSL
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 34,238 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 33,796 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 33,796 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 32,863 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 30,607 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 30,607 miles

Offside Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 30,592 miles

front tyre wear

Pass 15 Jun 2011 30,592 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front and rear tyre wear

Pass 8 Jul 2008 29,873 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2008 29,873 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 27,630 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 27,626 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2006 25,119 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 May 2006 25,097 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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P383 GSL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P383 GSL, 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 P383 GSL registered?

P383 GSL is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P383 GSL safe to buy?

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