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R160 EDB

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,413 mi
Last recorded42,413 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR160 EDB
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 May 2019 42,413 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 38,708 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2017 36,335 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 33,069 miles

Front Brake lever has low reserve travel

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 29,464 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 26,079 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 25,548 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,856 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 20,604 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 19,107 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 19,002 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 17,860 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 17,071 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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R160 EDB is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 28,026 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 R160 EDB, 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 28 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 R160 EDB registered?

R160 EDB is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R160 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R160 EDB 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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