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P603 OGV

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,050 mi
Last recorded15,050 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP603 OGV
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2022 15,050 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 14,970 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 15 Jun 2019 14,968 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2018 14,377 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2017 13,958 miles

daylight mot

Pass 21 May 2016 13,874 miles

***daylight mot***

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

headlight aim not tested due to no headlights being fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2013 18,180 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 18,019 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,643 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 16,282 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 15,038 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 14,204 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 13,863 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 13,415 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 13,060 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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P603 OGV is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P603 OGV, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P603 OGV registered?

P603 OGV is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 7 September 1996.

Is P603 OGV safe to buy?

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