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P980 RWY

1996 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,243 mi
Last recorded37,243 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thundercat30,736 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 RWY
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2017 37,243 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 35,375 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 35,357 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 35,186 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2014 35,186 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 34,409 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 30,660 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 30,621 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 27,455 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 23,979 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 23,923 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 22,851 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 226,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 May 2006 20,740 miles

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

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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P980 RWY is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P980 RWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P980 RWY registered?

P980 RWY is a 1996 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 19 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P980 RWY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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