Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs
MotorcycleFrom 230 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and brake control has insufficient reserve travel. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 3 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 rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 1 |
| a pillion seat insecure | 1 |
| brake fluid not visible | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 1 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Yzf R3 Abss tested had between 2,506 and 10,927 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,501 median miles, the Yzf R3 Abs has 0.205 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 Yzf R3 Abs MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs has a 88.7% MOT pass rate based on 230 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs is 5,501 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,506 and 10,927 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.