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N511 STN

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,280 mi
Last recorded17,280 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN511 STN
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 17,280 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 17,280 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 28 May 2013 16,864 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 15,531 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 13,320 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 13,320 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 11,275 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 10,142 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 9,610 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 9,610 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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N511 STN is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N511 STN, 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 N511 STN registered?

N511 STN is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 6 April 1996.

Is N511 STN safe to buy?

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