Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690)
MotorcycleFrom 335 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 1 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 1 |
| indicator switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.8% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tenere 700 (Xtz690)s tested had between 3,901 and 9,537 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,271 median miles, the Tenere 700 (Xtz690) has 0.158 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 (Xtz690) MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690) has a 90.1% MOT pass rate based on 335 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690)?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690) is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690) at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Tenere 700 (Xtz690) is 6,271 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,901 and 9,537 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.