Yamaha Mt
MotorcycleFrom 13,094 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 126 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 126 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 97 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 96 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 83 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 81 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 77 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 60 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 59 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 49 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 43 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.5% of Mt failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £58.
The warranty question
A new Mt passes its MOT 95.1% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 87.4%, a 7.7 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2020 | 95.1% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted |
| 2019 | 92.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2018 | 93.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a footrest missing or insecure |
5 earlier years
| 2017 | 91.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2016 | 87.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2015 | 84.6% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 85.3% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 90.6% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mts tested had between 8,326 and 23,831 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,057 median miles, the Mt has 0.077 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
| Yamaha Yzf | 72.9% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Mt MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Mt has a 87.6% MOT pass rate based on 13,094 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Mt?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Mt is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 126 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Mt at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Mt is 16,057 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,326 and 23,831 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.