MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
46,289 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
front and rear brakes binding slightly
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
front and rear brakes binding slightly
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P656 GLS is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
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 P656 GLS, 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 P656 GLS registered?
P656 GLS is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 22 April 1997.
Is P656 GLS safe to buy?
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