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V87 DUX

1999 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,804 mi
Last recorded26,804 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Thunderace24,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV87 DUX
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 26,804 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 24,334 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 22,015 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 21,774 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 21,643 miles

rear hugger touches underside of fairing panel when rear supention is under heavy load;lefthand rack stantion slightly lose:

Fail 5 May 2009 20,847 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2009 20,847 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 20,740 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 19,737 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 16,661 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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V87 DUX is a 1999 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 24,387 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 V87 DUX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V87 DUX registered?

V87 DUX is a 1999 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V87 DUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V87 DUX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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