Yamaha Ybr
MotorcycleFrom 2,912 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 73 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 73 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 62 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 48 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 45 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 44 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 32 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 28 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 26 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 25 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 24 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.9% of Ybr 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 £41.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 78% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2015 | 75.5% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 76.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2013 | 75.8% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ybrs tested had between 7,412 and 20,688 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 13,662 median miles, the Ybr has 0.171 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 Ybr MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Ybr has a 76.7% MOT pass rate based on 2,912 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Ybr?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Ybr is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 73 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Ybr at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Ybr is 13,662 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,412 and 20,688 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.