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N247 XSO

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,869 mi
Last recorded40,869 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN247 XSO
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2012 40,869 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 35,557 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 33,659 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 30,949 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 28,576 miles

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

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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N247 XSO is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N247 XSO, 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 N247 XSO registered?

N247 XSO is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N247 XSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N247 XSO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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