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P970 HEO

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

63,374 mi
Last recorded63,374 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP970 HEO
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 63,374 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 63,119 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 62,552 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 61,469 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 60,501 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 57,663 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 55,539 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 53,547 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 51,415 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 49,115 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 46,514 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 440,113 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 42,102 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 35,323 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 28,527 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,409 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 25,409 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 24,599 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 24,233 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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P970 HEO is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P970 HEO, 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 P970 HEO registered?

P970 HEO is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P970 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P970 HEO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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