Yamaha 700r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 279 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha 700r MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha 700r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 279 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha 700r earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha 700r presents for MOT with approximately 10,529 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2008 models achieve the highest pass rate at 90.0%, while 2007 models have the lowest at 82.7%. This 7.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha 700r is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 9.0% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Brakes at 5.7%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 5.0%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 16.9% | 47 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.7% | 16 |
| 3 | Tyres | 5.0% | 14 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.3% | 12 |
| 5 | Registration Plates And Vin | 3.6% | 10 |
| 6 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.4% | 4 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.7% | 2 |
| 8 | Steering | 0.7% | 2 |
| 9 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.7% | 2 |
| 10 | Motor Tricycles And Quadricycles | 0.4% | 1 |
| 11 | Road Wheels | 0.4% | 1 |
| 12 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 10,529 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 16.00 | 16.9% | 47 |
| Brakes | 5.45 | 5.7% | 16 |
| Tyres | 4.77 | 5.0% | 14 |
| Suspension | 4.08 | 4.3% | 12 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 3.40 | 3.6% | 10 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.36 | 1.4% | 4 |
| Visibility | 0.68 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Steering | 0.68 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.68 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Motor tricycles and quadricycles | 0.34 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.34 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Body & Structure | 0.34 | 0.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha 700r has 10,529 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Yamaha 700r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.87% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha 700r MOT Data
The Yamaha 700r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 279 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha 700r owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 700r is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 9.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 9.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha 700r. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Brakes — 5.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 5.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha 700r. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 5.0% of failures
Tyres issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha 700r. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha 700r?
Based on 279 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha 700r has an overall pass rate of 87.5% (12.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha 700r?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha 700r fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (9.0%), 2. Brakes (5.7%), 3. Tyres (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha 700r reliable?
With a 12.5% MOT failure rate, the 700r is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha 700r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (9.0%); Brakes (5.7%); Tyres (5.0%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.