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R483 TKX

1997 Yamaha Thunderace

Black Petrol 1002cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,395 mi
Last recorded47,395 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Thunderace24,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 TKX
MakeYamaha
ModelThunderace
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,002cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 47,395 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 47,126 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 40,194 miles

Rear Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 38,543 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 36,974 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 35,700 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2015 35,673 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2014 33,668 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 31,371 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 31,371 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2011 27,896 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 27,896 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 24,092 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 21,524 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 21,524 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2007 19,606 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 18,418 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

n/s rear footrest slight damage

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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R483 TKX is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace in Black with a 1,002cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R483 TKX, 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 R483 TKX registered?

R483 TKX is a 1997 Yamaha Thunderace, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R483 TKX safe to buy?

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