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P539 RVW

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

15,204 mi
Last recorded15,204 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP539 RVW
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 15,204 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 15,194 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 15,194 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 14,863 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 14,814 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 14,457 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 14,148 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2009 14,148 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 14,133 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 14,047 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 13,521 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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P539 RVW is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P539 RVW, 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 P539 RVW registered?

P539 RVW is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P539 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P539 RVW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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