Yamaha Fjr MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 5,021 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 5.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Fjr MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Fjr is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,021 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% and a failure rate of 5.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Fjr earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Fjr presents for MOT with approximately 22,489 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2019 models achieve the highest pass rate at 96.3%, while 2015 models have the lowest at 92.3%. This 4.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Fjr is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 3.2% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle tyres at 2.5%. Motorcycle suspension rounds out the top three at 1.7%. 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
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📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 4 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Yamaha Fjr vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Yamaha Fjr. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 9 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Yamaha Fjr shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 26% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (9.5% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | Motorcycle Brakes | 3.2% | 163 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.5% | 127 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.7% | 87 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.5% | 73 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.3% | 17 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 0.3% | 15 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 0.3% | 14 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.2% | 12 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 0.2% | 11 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.2% | 10 |
| 11 | Brakes | 0.1% | 4 |
| 12 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 4 |
| 13 | Suspension | 0.1% | 3 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 22,489 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.44 | 3.2% | 163 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.12 | 2.5% | 127 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.77 | 1.7% | 87 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.65 | 1.5% | 73 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.15 | 0.3% | 17 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.13 | 0.3% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.12 | 0.3% | 14 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.11 | 0.2% | 12 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.10 | 0.2% | 11 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.09 | 0.2% | 10 |
| Brakes | 0.04 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.04 | 0.1% | 4 |
| Suspension | 0.03 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.03 | 0.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.02 | 0.0% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Fjr has 22,489 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 Fjr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.58% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Yamaha Fjr MOT Data
The Yamaha Fjr is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 5,021 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% and a failure rate of 5.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Fjr owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle tyres 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 Fjr is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 3.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Fjr. 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).
Motorcycle tyres — 2.5% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 2.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Fjr. 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.
Motorcycle suspension — 1.7% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 1.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Fjr. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Fjr?
Based on 5,021 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Fjr has an overall pass rate of 94.2% (5.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Fjr?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Fjr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (3.2%), 2. Motorcycle tyres (2.5%), 3. Motorcycle suspension (1.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Fjr reliable?
With a 5.8% MOT failure rate, the Fjr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Fjr?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (3.2%); Motorcycle tyres (2.5%); Motorcycle suspension (1.7%). 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.