Yamaha Venture MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 142 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 19.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Venture MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Venture is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% and a failure rate of 19.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Venture earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Venture presents for MOT with approximately 39,753 miles on the clock. The 2002 manufacture year performs best with a 75.0% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Venture is Brakes, affecting 14.1% 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 lighting and signalling at 10.6%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 6.3%. 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 | Brakes | 14.1% | 20 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 11.3% | 16 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 9.2% | 13 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 5.6% | 8 |
| 5 | Suspension | 2.8% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.8% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 2.1% | 3 |
| 8 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.1% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.1% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.4% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.4% | 2 |
| 13 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.7% | 1 |
| 14 | Road Wheels | 0.7% | 1 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 39,753 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 3.54 | 14.1% | 20 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.83 | 11.3% | 16 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.30 | 9.2% | 13 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.42 | 5.6% | 8 |
| Suspension | 0.71 | 2.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.71 | 2.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.53 | 2.1% | 3 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.53 | 2.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.53 | 2.1% | 3 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.35 | 1.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.35 | 1.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.35 | 1.4% | 2 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.18 | 0.7% | 1 |
| Wheels | 0.18 | 0.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.18 | 0.7% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Venture has 39,753 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 Venture has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.96% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Yamaha Venture MOT Data
The Yamaha Venture is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 142 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% and a failure rate of 19.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Venture owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on brakes 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 Venture is likely to perform.
Brakes — 14.1% of failures
Brakes issues account for 14.1% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Venture. 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 lighting and signalling — 10.6% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 10.6% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Venture. 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 — 6.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Venture. 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 Venture?
Based on 142 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Venture has an overall pass rate of 80.3% (19.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Venture?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Venture fails its MOT are: 1. Brakes (14.1%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.6%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (6.3%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Venture reliable?
With a 19.7% MOT failure rate, the Venture is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Venture?
Based on failure data, focus on: Brakes (14.1%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (10.6%); Motorcycle brakes (6.3%). 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.