32 Model Years Analyzed
Yamaha Yzf
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1989-2022), based on 4,756 DVSA recorded tests.
81.5%
Average Pass Rate
32
Model Years
5k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2016 Yamaha Yzf MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
4 tests
4 tests
4 tests
18 tests
69 tests
801 tests
724 tests
598 tests
547 tests
396 tests
309 tests
322 tests
345 tests
249 tests
6 tests
4 tests
17 tests
29 tests
10 tests
8 tests
35 tests
70 tests
72 tests
61 tests
15 tests
24 tests
3 tests
3 tests
5 tests
1 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely
- 2Number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
- 3Exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted
- 4Reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear
- 5A transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Yamaha Yzf?
The Yamaha Yzf has an average 81.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1989 to 2022, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Yamaha Yzf across all years are: a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Yamaha Yzf year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Yamaha Yzf model years.