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N389 KEX

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

24,233 mi
Last recorded24,233 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 KEX
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 24,233 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 24,216 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2024 24,198 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 24,143 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 24,117 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 24,111 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 24,110 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 24,110 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 24,044 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 23,692 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2016 23,380 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 23,380 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 23,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2014 23,063 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 22,895 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2012 22,807 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 22,504 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 20,885 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 19,708 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 18,733 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2007 18,499 miles

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N389 KEX is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N389 KEX, 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 N389 KEX registered?

N389 KEX is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N389 KEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 KEX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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