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N135 ETS

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,594 mi
Last recorded27,594 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN135 ETS
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2011 27,594 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 27,594 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 21,783 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 21,501 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 21,501 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 20,905 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,505 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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N135 ETS is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N135 ETS, 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.

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What year was N135 ETS registered?

N135 ETS is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N135 ETS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N135 ETS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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