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P63 XTN

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,113 mi
Last recorded17,113 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP63 XTN
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 17,113 miles
Fail 19 May 2026 17,113 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 17,025 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 17,015 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 16,980 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 16,980 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel air in system (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 16,964 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 16,954 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 16,933 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 16,895 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 16,869 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 16,856 miles

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. rear shock absorber linkages corroded (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 16,829 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,798 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 16,742 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 16,633 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,482 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 16,413 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 16,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 15,983 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 15,983 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 15,846 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 15,198 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 14,447 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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P63 XTN is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P63 XTN, 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 P63 XTN registered?

P63 XTN is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P63 XTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P63 XTN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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