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R622 FOW

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,361 mi
Last recorded62,361 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR622 FOW
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 62,361 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged clip bolt missing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Fail 8 Oct 2018 62,361 miles

Front Brake hose slightly damaged clip bolt missing (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Shock absorber dust covers deteriorated

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 62,342 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber slightly loose dust seals rusted out (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2016 58,435 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 49,136 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 Jul 2015 49,131 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 26 Jul 2014 40,607 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 40,607 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 39,311 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 37,165 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 34,306 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 33,066 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 32,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 31,909 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 31,186 miles

Offside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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R622 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R622 FOW, 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 R622 FOW registered?

R622 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R622 FOW safe to buy?

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