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P79 AJT

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,206 mi
Last recorded16,206 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 AJT
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2022 16,206 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 15,707 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 15,352 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 15,343 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 15,325 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 15,301 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 15,288 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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P79 AJT is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P79 AJT, 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 P79 AJT registered?

P79 AJT is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P79 AJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P79 AJT shows 7 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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