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R178 DNC

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,877 mi
Last recorded30,877 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 DNC
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 30,877 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2021 30,877 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 30,074 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 28,971 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2017 27,120 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2016 24,218 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,529 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 19,394 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 19,143 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 18,988 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 18,433 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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R178 DNC is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R178 DNC, 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 R178 DNC registered?

R178 DNC is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R178 DNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 DNC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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