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N838 AHP

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,659 mi
Last recorded26,659 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN838 AHP
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 24,073 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 24,073 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 22,847 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2009 18,784 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 18,789 miles

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?

Based on 3,827 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
990
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 79
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 71
reflector on motorcycle missing 44
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 44
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
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N838 AHP is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 28,026 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 Thundercat fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 79 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N838 AHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Thundercat typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N838 AHP registered?

N838 AHP is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is N838 AHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N838 AHP shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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