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R821 YDB

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

41,832 mi
Last recorded41,832 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 YDB
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 41,832 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 41,832 miles

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn SIEZED (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 41,400 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 41,388 miles

Front Brake caliper excessively weakened by corrosion caliper is binding (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake caliper excessively weakened by corrosion caliper is binding (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footrest to frame area corroded swing arm corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 40,717 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 40,371 miles

N/S/F FORK SEAL DAMP

Pass 6 Aug 2018 39,649 miles

slight roughness in front wheel bearing when rotated

Pass 3 Aug 2017 38,633 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 38,163 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 37,213 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 34,963 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 34,724 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2012 34,040 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2011 32,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 27 May 2011 32,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 31,445 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 31,445 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 30,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 4 Aug 2007 28,161 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 28,161 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 24,144 miles

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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R821 YDB is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R821 YDB, 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.

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What year was R821 YDB registered?

R821 YDB is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 11 October 1997.

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