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S749 JRU

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Silver Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,286 mi
Last recorded37,286 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS749 JRU
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 37,286 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 37,258 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 37,177 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 37,072 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 37,009 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 36,944 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 May 2014 36,583 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 34,115 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 34,115 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Apr 2012 33,822 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 33,820 miles

Front Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 May 2011 32,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2010 30,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 30,707 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 28,026 miles

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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S749 JRU is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Silver with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S749 JRU, 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

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What year was S749 JRU registered?

S749 JRU is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 11 August 1998.

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