Yamaha Vity MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,546 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Vity MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Vity is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,546 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.4% and a failure rate of 24.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Vity earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Vity presents for MOT with approximately 12,741 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2008 models achieve the highest pass rate at 79.7%, while 2012 models have the lowest at 65.2%. This 14.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Vity is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 19.9% 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 11.6%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels rounds out the top three at 9.2%. 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 Brakes | 20.4% | 315 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 11.8% | 183 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 9.4% | 145 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.9% | 91 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 4.0% | 62 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.6% | 55 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.9% | 30 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.4% | 21 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.4% | 21 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.2% | 19 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.1% | 17 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.6% | 10 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 6 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.4% | 6 |
| 15 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 3 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,741 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 | 15.99 | 20.4% | 315 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 9.29 | 11.8% | 183 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.36 | 9.4% | 145 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 4.62 | 5.9% | 91 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 3.15 | 4.0% | 62 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.79 | 3.6% | 55 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.52 | 1.9% | 30 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.07 | 1.4% | 21 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.07 | 1.4% | 21 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.96 | 1.2% | 19 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.86 | 1.1% | 17 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.51 | 0.6% | 10 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.30 | 0.4% | 6 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.30 | 0.4% | 6 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.15 | 0.2% | 3 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Vity has 12,741 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 Vity has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.31% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Vity MOT Data
The Yamaha Vity is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,546 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.4% and a failure rate of 24.6%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Vity 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 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 Vity is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 19.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 19.9% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vity. 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 — 11.6% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 11.6% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vity. 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 tyres and wheels — 9.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 9.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vity. 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 Vity?
Based on 1,546 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Vity has an overall pass rate of 75.4% (24.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Vity?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Vity fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (19.9%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.6%), 3. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (9.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Vity reliable?
With a 24.6% MOT failure rate, the Vity is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Vity?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (19.9%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (11.6%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (9.2%). 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.