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R308 XEV

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,041 mi
Last recorded17,041 miles
Recorded on30 May 2007
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 XEV
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 May 2007 17,041 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 17,027 miles

FRONT BRAKES BINDING BUT NOT ENOUGH TO SHOW ON ROLLER TEST

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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R308 XEV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R308 XEV, 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 R308 XEV registered?

R308 XEV is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R308 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R308 XEV shows 2 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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