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R715 SFJ

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,282 mi
Last recorded28,282 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR715 SFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2021 28,282 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Aug 2020 28,195 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Jun 2019 27,941 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Jun 2019 27,941 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Jun 2018 26,996 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 26,067 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 25,776 miles

Rear 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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R715 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R715 SFJ, 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 R715 SFJ registered?

R715 SFJ is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 7 March 1998.

Is R715 SFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R715 SFJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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