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R902 FNA

1998 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,052 mi
Last recorded50,052 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thunderace26,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR902 FNA
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 50,052 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 46,930 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 46,900 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 44,418 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 41,775 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 40,184 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 40,178 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 40,139 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 39,723 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 39,717 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 38,763 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 38,190 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2011 37,275 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 37,270 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 37,136 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 36,317 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 36,125 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 35,890 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 35,684 miles

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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R902 FNA is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R902 FNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R902 FNA registered?

R902 FNA is a 1998 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 16 January 1998.

Is R902 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R902 FNA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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