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P780 KSG

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

White Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,487 mi
Last recorded19,487 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP780 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Aug 2019 19,487 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 17,468 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 16,099 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 16,070 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 15,837 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 15,161 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 15,154 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 12,895 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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P780 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in White with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Thunderace models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 24,832 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 P780 KSG, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Thunderace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P780 KSG registered?

P780 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P780 KSG safe to buy?

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