Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 6,895 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 7.3%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 6,895 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% and a failure rate of 7.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer presents for MOT with approximately 11,742 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2020 models achieve the highest pass rate at 94.5%, while 2016 models have the lowest at 91.8%. This 2.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 4.7% 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 Motorcycle tyres at 2.2%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 2.2%. 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 Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer 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 Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer. 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 8 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 39% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 8 (10.2% 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 Lamps And Reflectors | 4.7% | 322 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.2% | 155 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.2% | 150 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.2% | 149 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.0% | 70 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.0% | 66 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.2% | 16 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 12 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 8 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,742 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 lamps and reflectors | 3.98 | 4.7% | 322 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.91 | 2.2% | 155 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.85 | 2.2% | 150 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.84 | 2.2% | 149 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.86 | 1.0% | 70 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.82 | 1.0% | 66 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.20 | 0.2% | 16 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.15 | 0.2% | 12 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.10 | 0.1% | 8 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.01 | 0.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer has 11,742 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 Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.22% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer MOT Data
The Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer is a less common vehicle in the UK, with 6,895 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.7% and a failure rate of 7.3%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 4.7% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 4.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer. 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.
Motorcycle tyres — 2.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer. 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 structure and attachments — 2.2% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer?
Based on 6,895 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer has an overall pass rate of 92.7% (7.3% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (4.7%), 2. Motorcycle tyres (2.2%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (2.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer reliable?
With a 7.3% MOT failure rate, the Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Tracer 700 Mt-07 Tracer?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (4.7%); Motorcycle tyres (2.2%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (2.2%). 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.