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N884 XFL

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

44,004 mi
Last recorded44,004 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN884 XFL
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 44,004 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 41,771 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 40,100 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2015 35,533 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 35,533 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,157 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 29,283 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 29,283 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 27,526 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,469 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 22,463 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 15,900 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 14,594 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,238 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,932 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 13,101 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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N884 XFL 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 81.3%.

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 N884 XFL, 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 N884 XFL registered?

N884 XFL is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 11 July 1996.

Is N884 XFL safe to buy?

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