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R871 TRH

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Yellow Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,773 mi
Last recorded27,773 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR871 TRH
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 27,773 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 27,145 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Oct 2017 27,139 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 25,803 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brake binding slightly

Headlight masked

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 25,803 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front brake binding slightly

Headlight masked

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 25,191 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 23,610 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 23,151 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 21,074 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,963 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 19,557 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 17,768 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2007 15,977 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 15,780 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R871 TRH is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Yellow with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R871 TRH, 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 R871 TRH registered?

R871 TRH is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R871 TRH safe to buy?

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