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R802 EPP

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR802 EPP
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 30,445 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 29,239 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 28,643 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 26,358 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2017 26,350 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

front mud guard missing

Fail 25 Aug 2017 26,343 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Fuel system component insecure tank (7.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 24,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 23,998 miles

front brake lever travel

Fail 20 Dec 2013 23,275 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 23,275 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 22,903 miles

exhaust leak front pipes!

fairing split o/side front near windscreen!

Fail 26 May 2006 22,885 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4) DANGEROUS

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

exhaust leak front pipes!

fairing split o/side front-near windscreen!

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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R802 EPP is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R802 EPP, 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 R802 EPP registered?

R802 EPP is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R802 EPP safe to buy?

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