MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,445 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Thundercat?
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R165 WBK 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 76.9%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 R165 WBK, 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.
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What year was R165 WBK registered?
R165 WBK is a 1997 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 29 August 1997.
Is R165 WBK safe to buy?
The MOT history for R165 WBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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