Yamaha Yp
MotorcycleFrom 651 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 brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 27 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 | 27 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 15 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 13 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 11 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 8 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 8 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 49.5% of failures are serious: 49.5% 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 £98.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 81.9% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2015 | 80.6% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| 2014 | 80.4% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Yps tested had between 11,968 and 33,996 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,936 median miles, the Yp has 0.089 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 Yp MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yp has a 81.3% MOT pass rate based on 651 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yp?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yp is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 27 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yp at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yp is 20,936 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,968 and 33,996 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.