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P709 LDT

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

89,657 mi
Last recorded89,657 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP709 LDT
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 89,657 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 89,657 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate incorrect Registration plate angled at a severe angle making reading difficult,bracket bent so plate meets requirments (0.1 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 87,361 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 87,361 miles

Central Front Fuel cap leaking O ring missing on fuel cap,new one fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2022 81,314 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 74,489 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2019 74,489 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2017 67,868 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 63,444 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength slight buckled (4.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play rearmost bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Apr 2016 63,444 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength slight buckled (4.2.1a)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play rearmost bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2014 52,844 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 48,478 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 39,848 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 39,788 miles

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

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 28,235 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2010 26,867 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 25,412 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 25,412 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 23,014 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 21,266 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 19,069 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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P709 LDT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P709 LDT, 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 P709 LDT registered?

P709 LDT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P709 LDT safe to buy?

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