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R894 FNA

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,348 mi
Last recorded34,348 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR894 FNA
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 34,348 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 20,764 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 17,447 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,537 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 15,862 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 14,778 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 14,242 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2006 14,242 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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R894 FNA is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R894 FNA, 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 R894 FNA registered?

R894 FNA is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R894 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R894 FNA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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