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P712 CTF

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

29,476 mi
Last recorded29,476 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP712 CTF
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 29,476 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front mud guard damaged

Pass 24 Feb 2025 29,282 miles

Front mud guard damaged

Pass 24 Feb 2024 29,195 miles

Front mudguard damaged

Pass 1 Mar 2023 29,067 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 28,950 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 28,896 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 28,703 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 28,612 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 28,399 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 28,014 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 26,987 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 26,987 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2014 22,225 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 21,430 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 19,292 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2011 13,442 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 May 2010 11,832 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 11,085 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 11,080 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 10,000 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 9,694 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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P712 CTF is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 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 P712 CTF, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P712 CTF registered?

P712 CTF is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P712 CTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P712 CTF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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