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P779 VHU

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Purple Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,443 mi
Last recorded32,443 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP779 VHU
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 32,443 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Jul 2017 32,437 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 45,031 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 45,031 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 45,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2011 43,081 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jan 2009 43,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2009 43,081 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 20 Aug 2008 43,081 miles

Centre Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 41,071 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 39,605 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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P779 VHU is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Purple with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P779 VHU, 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 P779 VHU registered?

P779 VHU is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 10 April 1997.

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