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R510 JNS

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,110 mi
Last recorded32,110 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR510 JNS
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 32,110 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2013 31,769 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 31,755 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 28,000 miles

Rear tyre has some small cuts and nicks

Pass 26 Jun 2007 24,835 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 24,823 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2006 21,084 miles

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

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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R510 JNS is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R510 JNS, 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.

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What year was R510 JNS registered?

R510 JNS is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R510 JNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R510 JNS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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