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P74 MNV

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,511 mi
Last recorded37,511 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP74 MNV
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 37,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 36,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Slight cracking in Front tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2022 35,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

anodised brake parts fitted.

Fail 20 Jul 2022 35,688 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

anodised brake parts fitted.

Pass 31 May 2017 35,035 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 31,617 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 30,400 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 28,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,608 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 23,102 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 22,842 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 21,608 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 21,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 19,794 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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P74 MNV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 P74 MNV, 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.

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What year was P74 MNV registered?

P74 MNV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 26 February 1997.

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