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P597 MLW

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

25,228 mi
Last recorded25,228 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP597 MLW
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 25,228 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,581 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,683 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 20,910 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 20,905 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 11 May 2012 18,361 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 14,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2011 14,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 14,197 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 13,700 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 13,707 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 12,568 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Apr 2007 12,568 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P597 MLW is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P597 MLW, 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 P597 MLW registered?

P597 MLW is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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