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P82 EJK

1996 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,617 mi
Last recorded35,617 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha Thunderace25,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP82 EJK
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 35,617 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 35,257 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 35,257 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 34,644 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre valve slightly perished

Pass 12 Jun 2019 32,939 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 31,909 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 31,877 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 31,479 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 31,111 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 30,770 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 30,116 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 29,877 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 29,794 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 29,373 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2008 28,989 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2007 28,405 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 27,730 miles
Fail 6 May 2006 27,730 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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P82 EJK is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P82 EJK, 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 P82 EJK registered?

P82 EJK is a 1996 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 17 October 1996.

Is P82 EJK safe to buy?

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