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P491 XVK

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

51,133 mi
Last recorded51,133 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP491 XVK
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 51,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate may not comply with current regulations.

Pass 27 Mar 2024 50,348 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Mar 2024 50,348 miles

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

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 49,428 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded Rear spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2023 49,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded Rear spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2021 46,668 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 46,668 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls rear brake light inoperative (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2018 45,011 miles

Road spring corroded Rear shocker spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 45,008 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail Split link circlip missing (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Road spring corroded Rear shocker spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 43,665 miles

Exhaust noisy End can (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2017 43,665 miles

Exhaust noisy End can (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on Bulb blown (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 May 2016 38,641 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 15,409 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2007 15,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 Jan 2006 14,547 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 14,547 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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P491 XVK is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 P491 XVK, 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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P491 XVK is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 3 February 1997.

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