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P791 KSG

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,509 mi
Last recorded26,509 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP791 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2022 26,509 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 26,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 25,697 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 25,175 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,856 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 24,735 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 24,690 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 24,306 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 24,149 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 23,867 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 23,571 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 22,923 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2005 21,906 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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P791 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 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 P791 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 29 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 P791 KSG registered?

P791 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P791 KSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P791 KSG shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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