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P818 TRH

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,572 mi
Last recorded28,572 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP818 TRH
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 28,572 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Left hand grip slightly loose

Fail 15 Jul 2017 28,572 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Left hand grip slightly loose

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 25,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2016 25,574 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Jul 2015 21,420 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 5 Aug 2014 19,286 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 16,996 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 16,648 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 16,535 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 16,109 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 15,488 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,018 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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P818 TRH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P818 TRH, 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 P818 TRH registered?

P818 TRH is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 24 April 1997.

Is P818 TRH safe to buy?

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