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R882 ECG

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,757 mi
Last recorded16,757 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR882 ECG
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 May 2018 16,757 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 15,876 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 15,751 miles

Chain rusty

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 15,340 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 14,676 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 13,629 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 13,592 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 12,708 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2008 11,486 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 10,035 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 8,714 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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R882 ECG is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R882 ECG, 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 R882 ECG registered?

R882 ECG is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R882 ECG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R882 ECG shows 11 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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