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P388 SBH

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

38,383 mi
Last recorded38,383 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP388 SBH
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2017 38,383 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak ()

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Aug 2017 38,383 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak ()

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 33,843 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2016 33,828 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 31,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 313,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 313,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2014 29,522 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 24,817 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 31,721 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 29,889 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?

Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
717
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
214
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
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P388 SBH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,832 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 Thunderace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P388 SBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thunderace typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P388 SBH registered?

P388 SBH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P388 SBH safe to buy?

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