Yamaha Yzf1000
MotorcycleFrom 823 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 a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 15 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 15 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 13 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 7 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 19.7% of Yzf1000 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 £48.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 85.7% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1997 | 83.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1996 | 87.8% | exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Yzf1000s tested had between 18,422 and 40,515 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,521 median miles, the Yzf1000 has 0.052 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 Yzf1000 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yzf1000 has a 84.2% MOT pass rate based on 823 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf1000?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yzf1000 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 15 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yzf1000 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yzf1000 is 30,521 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,422 and 40,515 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.