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P842 UWS

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Red Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,209 mi
Last recorded22,209 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP842 UWS
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2026 22,209 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 21,297 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 20,587 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 20,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 17,947 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 17,819 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 17,642 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 17,528 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,198 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 17,073 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,323 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 16,057 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 15,256 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 14,437 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 13,724 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 13,021 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 12,729 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 12,298 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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P842 UWS is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Red with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 P842 UWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P842 UWS registered?

P842 UWS is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 20 March 1997.

Is P842 UWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P842 UWS shows 18 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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