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P869 JNV

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,318 mi
Last recorded57,318 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP869 JNV
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 57,318 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 55,446 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 45,768 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 45,593 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 45,593 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 44,552 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 44,313 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 44,099 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 42,047 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 39,634 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 36,822 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 36,822 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 35,160 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 35,160 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 33,786 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 33,749 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Battery needed for re-test

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 31,755 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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P869 JNV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P869 JNV, 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 P869 JNV registered?

P869 JNV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 20 January 1997.

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