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S798 VNM

1998 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,636 mi
Last recorded33,636 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Thundercat28,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS798 VNM
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 33,636 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 33,636 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 33,600 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 32,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 32,665 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 29,870 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 29,403 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 29,021 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 28,135 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 26,485 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2008 26,175 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 25,102 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 21,583 miles

Front brake binding very slightly

Fail 20 Sep 2006 21,583 miles

Front brake binding very slightly

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

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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S798 VNM is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S798 VNM, 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 S798 VNM registered?

S798 VNM is a 1998 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is S798 VNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S798 VNM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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