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P803 MWB

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,817 mi
Last recorded37,817 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP803 MWB
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 37,817 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 36,609 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 34,670 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 33,713 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 33,668 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 32,038 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 30,728 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 29,982 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 29,967 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 27,233 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 24,687 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 23,319 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 21,991 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 20,751 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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P803 MWB is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P803 MWB, 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 P803 MWB registered?

P803 MWB is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P803 MWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P803 MWB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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