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R10 SOB

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Blue Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

46,898 mi
Last recorded46,898 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR10 SOB
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 46,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 46,896 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 45,240 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 45,227 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 45,192 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 44,046 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 43,893 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 43,795 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 41,598 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2014 44,949 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 39,458 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2012 38,891 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 36,631 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 33,308 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 32,156 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 32,156 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 29,405 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 25,427 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 20,846 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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R10 SOB is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Blue with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 26,038 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 R10 SOB, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R10 SOB registered?

R10 SOB is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 9 April 1998.

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