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P85 GES

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Orange Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,683 mi
Last recorded29,683 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP85 GES
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 29,683 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 29,679 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure fairing insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when indicator applied (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when indicator applied (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 28,701 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 28,701 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

fuel tank loose

Pass 13 May 2016 26,906 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 26,870 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 26,637 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,633 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2012 26,349 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,305 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,884 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,575 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 21,667 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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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P85 GES is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Orange with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 30,736 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 P85 GES, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P85 GES registered?

P85 GES is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P85 GES safe to buy?

The MOT history for P85 GES shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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