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P536 JVU

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,657 mi
Last recorded35,657 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP536 JVU
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2024 35,657 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 35,481 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 35,381 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 35,151 miles

right hand indicator a little fast

Pass 20 May 2019 34,492 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 34,369 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 33,488 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 31,957 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 31,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 29,378 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 40,563 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 28,876 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 26,811 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2007 23,368 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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 shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 22,851 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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P536 JVU is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P536 JVU, 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 P536 JVU registered?

P536 JVU is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P536 JVU safe to buy?

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