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P764 YFV

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP764 YFV
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014

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

Pass 28 Feb 2013

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

Pass 20 Oct 2010 36,229 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 36,229 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 34,901 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 30,358 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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P764 YFV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P764 YFV, 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 P764 YFV registered?

P764 YFV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P764 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P764 YFV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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