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P753 KSG

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,480 mi
Last recorded36,480 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP753 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 36,480 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 35,578 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 35,578 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 35,387 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 35,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2021 33,459 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 32,950 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 31,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 31,157 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 29,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 28,346 miles

steering slightly notchy

Pass 16 May 2016 26,190 miles

steering stop damaged on lh lock

Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,601 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,815 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 19,610 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 19,538 miles

drive chain requires attention

front and rear tyres treads are low

Pass 7 Jun 2011 18,927 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 18,492 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 17,886 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 17,116 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 16,520 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 15,444 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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P753 KSG is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P753 KSG, 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 P753 KSG registered?

P753 KSG is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P753 KSG safe to buy?

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