MOT Status
ValidMileage
30,200 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Stop lamp not working from rear switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired no patteren (1.2.3a)
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
drive chain rusty
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thunderace?
Based on 2,478 MOT tests across 214 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R943 GAP is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,832 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 R943 GAP, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R943 GAP?
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What year was R943 GAP registered?
R943 GAP is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 13 August 1997.
Is R943 GAP safe to buy?
The MOT history for R943 GAP shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R943 GAP have outstanding finance?
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