Yamaha R1
MotorcycleFrom 264 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, steering head bearings have excessive wear or play and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 3 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.
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| a transmission belt or chain excessively tight | 2 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
| vin missing or cannot be found | 1 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.5% of R1 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 £61.
Typical mileage
Half of all R1s tested had between 16,662 and 34,662 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,286 median miles, the R1 has 0.048 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 R1 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha R1 has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 264 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha R1?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha R1 is stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include steering head bearings have excessive wear or play.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha R1 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha R1 is 24,286 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,662 and 34,662 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.