CarVerify

Free Car Check

S106 BTV

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Blue Petrol 599cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

63,255 mi
Last recorded63,255 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS106 BTV
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 63,255 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 Dec 2019 60,653 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock handlebar (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 51,275 miles

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

Fail 14 Dec 2018 51,275 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2017 45,753 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 45,753 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 37,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 37,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 34,612 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 34,612 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 33,739 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2013 33,476 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 29,343 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 27,444 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 26,963 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

rear indicators partly obscured by rack

Pass 21 Mar 2009 32,835 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 24,338 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 23,926 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 20,761 miles

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
Full Yamaha Thundercat reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S106 BTV is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 S106 BTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S106 BTV?

You can check the full history of S106 BTV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S106 BTV registered?

S106 BTV is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is S106 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S106 BTV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S106 BTV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S106 BTV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.