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N156 KLA

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,003 mi
Last recorded28,003 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN156 KLA
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 28,003 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear lower shock area (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 25,627 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 25,592 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 25,539 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 25,531 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 25,530 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 25,405 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 24,977 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 24,822 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 24,716 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 22,481 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 22,448 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 19,470 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 17,215 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 14,529 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 14,510 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)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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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N156 KLA is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 N156 KLA, 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 N156 KLA registered?

N156 KLA is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N156 KLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N156 KLA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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