MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
70,670 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Handlebar retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))
Offside Handlebar retaining device missing (2.2.1 (b) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Centre Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
clutch pivot worn
footrest pins worn
Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Centre Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P42 ORT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.
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 P42 ORT, 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 P42 ORT registered?
P42 ORT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 9 April 1997.
Is P42 ORT safe to buy?
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