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N874 HLY

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,523 mi
Last recorded37,523 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN874 HLY
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 37,523 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 37,071 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 36,553 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 35,593 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 34,992 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 34,985 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 34,481 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 32,869 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 32,869 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,714 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,607 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 26,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 24,859 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 23,354 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 21,183 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 17,227 miles

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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N874 HLY is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N874 HLY, 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 N874 HLY registered?

N874 HLY is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 9 April 1996.

Is N874 HLY safe to buy?

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