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W116 EAB

2000 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,159 mi
Last recorded36,159 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Thundercat25,788 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW116 EAB
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Sep 2013 36,159 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

after market exhaust fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2011 35,678 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 35,440 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2009 35,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 23 Dec 2008 35,423 miles

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 32,879 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

brake fluid level needs topping up

front tyre starting to wear silghtly uneven in tread

Fail 7 Dec 2007 32,879 miles

Drive belt slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

brake fluid level needs topping up

front tyre starting to wear silghtly uneven in tread

Pass 22 Aug 2006 29,529 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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W116 EAB is a 2000 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 25,788 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 Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W116 EAB, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W116 EAB registered?

W116 EAB is a 2000 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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