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P820 FKE

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,036 mi
Last recorded66,036 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP820 FKE
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2009 66,036 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 66,023 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 59,597 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 49,399 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

one rear liht bulb not working

Pass 9 Mar 2007 49,399 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

one rear liht bulb not working

Pass 4 Mar 2006 32,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

os handle bar bent.function not impaired.

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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P820 FKE is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,238 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 P820 FKE, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P820 FKE registered?

P820 FKE is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 1 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P820 FKE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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