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P456 SGO

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,682 mi
Last recorded52,682 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP456 SGO
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 52,682 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 44,403 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 44,403 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 37,269 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 33,639 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 28,905 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 26,663 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 25,817 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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P456 SGO is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P456 SGO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P456 SGO registered?

P456 SGO is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P456 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P456 SGO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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