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P387 UGP

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,342 mi
Last recorded14,342 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 UGP
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2009 14,342 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2009 14,338 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,324 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 14,324 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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P387 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P387 UGP, 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 P387 UGP registered?

P387 UGP is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P387 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P387 UGP shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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