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P65 PNA

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,681 mi
Last recorded40,681 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP65 PNA
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 40,681 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Oct 2023 40,681 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 37,242 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 33,859 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Nov 2021 33,859 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 30,258 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 30,258 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 26,276 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 25,803 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,229 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 24,623 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 22,370 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyre worn uneven

Fail 8 May 2015 22,370 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 13 May 2014 21,188 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 19,589 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 17,950 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 15,577 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 15,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 14,784 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 14,316 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 13,578 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 12,556 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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P65 PNA is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P65 PNA, 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 P65 PNA registered?

P65 PNA is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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