MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
55,464 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired rear (1.5.3a)
Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired rear (1.5.3a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies rear switch (1.3.1a)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
r/h indicators flash a bit fast
r/h indicators flash a bit fast
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?
Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
P728 XLJ is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 P728 XLJ, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P728 XLJ?
You can check the full history of P728 XLJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was P728 XLJ registered?
P728 XLJ is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is P728 XLJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for P728 XLJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P728 XLJ have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P728 XLJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.