Yamaha Yzf R1
MotorcycleFrom 9,167 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Older Yzf R1s fare better: 2016 models pass at 84% vs 88.9% for 1998.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 75 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 | 75 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 75 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 69 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 68 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 63 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 54 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 31 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 27 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 27 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 27 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 26.4% of Yzf R1 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 84% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a throttle control not functioning correctly |
| 2015 | 88.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted |
| 2014 | 93.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a position lamp adversely affected by the operation of any other lamp |
| 2013 | 93.3% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
19 earlier years
| 2012 | 94.9% | a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2011 | 77% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 86.1% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2009 | 92.2% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2008 | 87.2% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre |
| 2007 | 87.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 88.7% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2005 | 88.4% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2004 | 91.5% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2003 | 85.8% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2002 | 83.8% | lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2001 | 89.2% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2001 | 93% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2000 | 83.3% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2000 | 86.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 1999 | 90.3% | a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 1999 | 86.7% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 1998 | 88.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 1998 | 88.9% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Yzf R1s tested had between 13,039 and 34,213 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 27,143 median miles, the Yzf R1 has 0.041 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
| Yamaha Yzf | 72.9% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Yzf R1 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yzf R1 has a 87.8% MOT pass rate based on 9,167 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf R1?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yzf R1 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 75 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yzf R1 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yzf R1 is 23,689 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,039 and 34,213 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.