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P451 DOD

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,307 mi
Last recorded59,307 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 DOD
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 59,307 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 14 Aug 2024 59,307 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2023 57,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Fork tubes corroding & slightly pitted

Pass 18 May 2022 55,924 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 55,182 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 55,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 55,146 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 53,654 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front wheel slightly binding and recording slight effort but free enough to turn by hand when raised of floor

Pass 29 Jul 2010 53,541 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 52,392 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 50,687 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 48,564 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 41,910 miles

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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P451 DOD is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P451 DOD, 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 P451 DOD registered?

P451 DOD is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 5 April 1997.

Is P451 DOD safe to buy?

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