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P760 VYS

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,134 mi
Last recorded15,134 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP760 VYS
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2018 15,134 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 14,899 miles

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

advise exhaust front pipe slight leak

Pass 10 Jun 2016 14,382 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2015 14,012 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 13,460 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 13,460 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 12,956 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 12,900 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 12,799 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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P760 VYS is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P760 VYS, 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 P760 VYS registered?

P760 VYS is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P760 VYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P760 VYS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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