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R524 GRN

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,357 mi
Last recorded27,357 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 GRN
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 27,357 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 50,714 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 May 2023 50,113 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2015 50,034 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease fork oil contaminating disc (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease contaminated by fork oil (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear scottoiler is fouling rear sprocket, because it is not secured

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

routing of clutch cable incorrect, getting traped on full left lock

Fail 3 Jul 2014 49,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 45,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 46,052 miles

front tyre starting to prerish advise replacement, build date(2003)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 45,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre wear uneven

Fail 20 Jun 2008 45,194 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre wear uneven

Pass 25 Nov 2006 40,291 miles

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

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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R524 GRN is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 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 Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R524 GRN, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R524 GRN?

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What year was R524 GRN registered?

R524 GRN is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R524 GRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 GRN shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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