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P380 OGT

1997 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,061 mi
Last recorded56,061 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thundercat27,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP380 OGT
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 56,061 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 79,944 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 70,499 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 69,888 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 68,796 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 64,550 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 59,380 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 55,602 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 50,533 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 44,572 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 38,601 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 34,401 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 29,827 miles

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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P380 OGT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 27,873 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P380 OGT, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P380 OGT registered?

P380 OGT is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P380 OGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P380 OGT shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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