Yamaha Tenere 700
MotorcycleFrom 1,339 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 a footrest missing or insecure, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a footrest missing or insecure, caused 14 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.
| a footrest missing or insecure | 14 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 9 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 6 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 6 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.6% | a footrest missing or insecure, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2020 | 92.9% | a footrest missing or insecure, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2019 | 90.5% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tenere 700s tested had between 5,006 and 12,510 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,411 median miles, the Tenere 700 has 0.095 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 Tenere 700 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Tenere 700 has a 92% MOT pass rate based on 1,339 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Tenere 700?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Tenere 700 is a footrest missing or insecure, which caused 14 failures. Other common issues include a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Tenere 700 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Tenere 700 is 8,411 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,006 and 12,510 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.