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P684 YUA

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,158 mi
Last recorded23,158 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP684 YUA
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 23,158 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 23,158 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2022 21,447 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 16,892 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 15,265 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2019 13,315 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 12,340 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 11,677 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 10,794 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 9,935 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 8,269 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 6,930 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 6,917 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 6,915 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 6,777 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 6,703 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 6,354 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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P684 YUA is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P684 YUA, 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 P684 YUA registered?

P684 YUA is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P684 YUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P684 YUA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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