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P789 MLH

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,927 mi
Last recorded11,927 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP789 MLH
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 11,927 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 11,927 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2018 11,910 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 11,908 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 11,778 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

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

advise clutch adjustment

bike will not idle - advise investigation

brake fluid appears old -* advise replacement

Pass 31 Oct 2015 11,775 miles

rear brake fluid looks very old

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front brake fluid looks very old

Pass 23 Jun 2014 11,729 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 11,729 miles

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

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 11,605 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,597 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,426 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 11,201 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 10,724 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 10,325 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 10,092 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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P789 MLH is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P789 MLH, 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.

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What year was P789 MLH registered?

P789 MLH is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 9 August 1996.

Is P789 MLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P789 MLH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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