Yamaha Tzr50 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 738 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 46.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Tzr50 MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Tzr50 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 738 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 53.5% and a failure rate of 46.5%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Tzr50 earns a "Poor" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Tzr50 presents for MOT with approximately 12,148 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2005 models achieve the highest pass rate at 52.4%, while 2003 models have the lowest at 49.5%. This 2.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Tzr50 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 42.7% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 37.8%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 26.2%. 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.
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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 Steering And Suspension | 63.8% | 471 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 52.3% | 386 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.6% | 255 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Drive System | 24.1% | 178 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 18.8% | 139 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 11.5% | 85 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 7.5% | 55 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.3% | 39 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.4% | 25 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.4% | 25 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.0% | 15 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.8% | 13 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.8% | 13 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.4% | 10 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,148 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 steering and suspension | 52.54 | 63.8% | 471 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 43.06 | 52.3% | 386 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 28.44 | 34.6% | 255 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 19.85 | 24.1% | 178 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 15.50 | 18.8% | 139 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 9.48 | 11.5% | 85 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 6.13 | 7.5% | 55 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.35 | 5.3% | 39 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.79 | 3.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.79 | 3.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 1.67 | 2.0% | 15 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.45 | 1.8% | 13 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.45 | 1.8% | 13 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 1.12 | 1.4% | 10 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.45 | 0.5% | 4 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Tzr50 has 12,148 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 Tzr50 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 38.28% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Tzr50 MOT Data
The Yamaha Tzr50 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 738 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 53.5% and a failure rate of 46.5%, which is below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Tzr50 owners, these results suggest above-average failure risk — thorough pre-MOT checks are recommended. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Tzr50 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 42.7% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 42.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tzr50. 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.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 37.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 37.8% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tzr50. Motorcycle lighting and signalling 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.
Motorcycle brakes — 26.2% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 26.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Tzr50. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Tzr50?
Based on 738 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Tzr50 has an overall pass rate of 53.5% (46.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Tzr50?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Tzr50 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (42.7%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.8%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (26.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Tzr50 reliable?
With a 46.5% MOT failure rate, the Tzr50 is less reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Tzr50?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (42.7%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (37.8%); Motorcycle brakes (26.2%). 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.