Yamaha Xvz1300
MotorcycleFrom 256 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
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 excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 5 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 | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 2 |
| brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance not affected | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 1 |
| brake control not releasing correctly so that the functionality of brakes affected | 1 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 1 |
| headlamp not securely attached | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 35% of failures are serious: 35% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £89.
Typical mileage
Half of all Xvz1300s tested had between 18,750 and 42,329 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,146 median miles, the Xvz1300 has 0.049 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 Xvz1300 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Xvz1300 has a 86.7% MOT pass rate based on 256 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xvz1300?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Xvz1300 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Xvz1300 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Xvz1300 is 27,146 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,750 and 42,329 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.