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R749 BNC

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,945 mi
Last recorded30,945 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR749 BNC
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2013 30,945 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 22,611 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 22,116 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 20,958 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 19,149 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 18,419 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 17,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 16,925 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 16,909 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R749 BNC is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R749 BNC, 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

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What year was R749 BNC registered?

R749 BNC is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R749 BNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R749 BNC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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