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T596 KNN

1999 Yamaha Thundercat

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

1,038 mi
Last recorded1,038 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Thundercat29,425 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT596 KNN
MakeYamaha
ModelThundercat
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 1,038 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2024 1,006 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 742 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 58 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR SHOCK ABSORBER (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 8,217 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 8,124 miles

headlight mask/converter fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2016 8,098 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 7,950 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 Mar 2014 7,885 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2012 7,695 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2011 7,442 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2010 7,311 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 6,935 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,663 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 6,436 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2007 6,436 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 6,129 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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T596 KNN is a 1999 Yamaha Thundercat in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 T596 KNN, 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 T596 KNN registered?

T596 KNN is a 1999 Yamaha Thundercat, first registered on 22 May 1999.

Is T596 KNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T596 KNN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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