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R287 DOX

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,837 mi
Last recorded20,837 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR287 DOX
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2024 20,837 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 20,280 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 20,262 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,953 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 18,905 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 18,227 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 16,548 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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R287 DOX is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R287 DOX, 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 R287 DOX registered?

R287 DOX is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R287 DOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R287 DOX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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