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T513 NBV

1999 Yamaha Thundercat

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,490 mi
Last recorded5,490 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Thundercat29,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT513 NBV
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 5,490 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

front and rear tyres are 17 years old

Fail 16 Jul 2021 5,490 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2013 5,458 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 5,430 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 5,420 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 5,401 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 5,274 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 5,253 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 5,199 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
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T513 NBV is a 1999 Yamaha Thundercat in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Thundercat models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 29,425 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 T513 NBV, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Thundercat is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T513 NBV registered?

T513 NBV is a 1999 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 8 March 1999.

Is T513 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T513 NBV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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