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N116 FBD

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,888 mi
Last recorded42,888 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN116 FBD
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 42,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 42,821 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 May 2017 42,297 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 42,098 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 40,973 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Mudguard Missing at Time of Test

Pass 9 Mar 2012 39,332 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 39,332 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 38,125 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 36,366 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 36,366 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 33,312 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 33,312 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 31,032 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 30,526 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 29,538 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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N116 FBD is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 25,238 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 N116 FBD, 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 30 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 N116 FBD registered?

N116 FBD is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N116 FBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N116 FBD shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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