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P559 AJR

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

47,829 mi
Last recorded47,829 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP559 AJR
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2014 47,829 miles

front fender missing

Fail 15 Aug 2014 47,826 miles

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

front fender missing

Pass 14 Aug 2013 47,179 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Aug 2013 47,179 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,898 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 44,629 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 42,560 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 40,399 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 40,360 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 35,224 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 35,224 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 May 2007 30,430 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 30,341 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 May 2006 17,845 miles

front brake pads close to wear limit

Fail 15 Apr 2006 17,781 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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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P559 AJR is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P559 AJR, 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 P559 AJR registered?

P559 AJR is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 14 April 1997.

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