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P678 ORV

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,398 mi
Last recorded50,398 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP678 ORV
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 50,398 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 47,444 miles

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

Noise front wheel when rotated

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 43,200 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 May 2022 38,589 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 38,589 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 37,034 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 37,034 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 36,742 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 35,087 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 28,887 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2007 31,466 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 30,901 miles

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

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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P678 ORV is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P678 ORV, 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 P678 ORV registered?

P678 ORV is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 May 1997.

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