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P705 YGD

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,691 mi
Last recorded28,691 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 YGD
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 28,691 miles

Poor headlamp beam image

chain fouling exhaust

Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,725 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 26,725 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 18,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,084 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 14,909 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 14,306 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 14,181 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 May 2006 12,155 miles

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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P705 YGD is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P705 YGD, 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 P705 YGD registered?

P705 YGD is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 7 June 1997.

Is P705 YGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P705 YGD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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