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N696 KKX

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,028 mi
Last recorded25,028 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN696 KKX
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2018 25,028 miles

Front Slight cracking on front tyre valve body

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Creaking from rear suspension components (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2018 25,028 miles

Front Slight cracking on front tyre valve body

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Creaking from rear suspension components (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 26,018 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 22,916 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,577 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 22,577 miles

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 May 2010 22,577 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 22,577 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 22,577 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 20,998 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 20,998 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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N696 KKX is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N696 KKX, 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 N696 KKX registered?

N696 KKX is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 30 May 1996.

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