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P711 RGP

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

41,919 mi
Last recorded41,919 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP711 RGP
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 41,919 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 41,363 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 41,005 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 May 2020 40,230 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 39,814 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 39,814 miles

Central Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 39,208 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 37,823 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 36,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 59 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2012
Pass 7 Apr 2011
Pass 9 Mar 2010
Pass 31 Jul 2008

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

Fail 9 Mar 2007 16,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 14,940 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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P711 RGP is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,238 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 P711 RGP, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P711 RGP registered?

P711 RGP is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 16 September 1996.

Is P711 RGP safe to buy?

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