Yamaha Mw
MotorcycleFrom 431 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, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 18 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 | 18 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 14 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 8 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 7 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 3 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 25.8% of Mw 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 £82.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 83.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2015 | 83.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
| 2014 | 85.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mws tested had between 8,276 and 26,499 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,262 median miles, the Mw has 0.098 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Mw MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Mw has a 84% MOT pass rate based on 431 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Mw?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Mw is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Mw at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Mw is 16,262 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,276 and 26,499 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.