Yamaha Xsr
MotorcycleFrom 3,428 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, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a footrest missing or insecure, caused 23 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 | 23 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 21 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 15 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 14 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 12 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 90% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
| 2020 | 94.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2019 | 91.9% | projected beam image is obviously incorrect, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2018 | 91.1% | a footrest missing or insecure, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
2 earlier years
| 2017 | 89.1% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2016 | 90.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a footrest missing or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xsrs tested had between 4,362 and 13,656 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,958 median miles, the Xsr has 0.104 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 Xsr MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Xsr has a 90.7% MOT pass rate based on 3,428 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xsr?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Xsr is a footrest missing or insecure, which caused 23 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Xsr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Xsr is 8,958 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,362 and 13,656 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.