Yamaha Vstar MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 86 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 15.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Vstar MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Vstar is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 86 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% and a failure rate of 15.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Vstar earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Vstar presents for MOT with approximately 15,402 miles on the clock. The 2007 manufacture year performs best with a 76.7% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Vstar is Motorcycle tyres and wheels, affecting 7.0% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 5.8%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 4.7%. 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
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 Tyres And Wheels | 8.1% | 7 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 5.9% | 5 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.8% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.8% | 5 |
| 5 | Brakes | 4.7% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Wheels | 3.5% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.3% | 2 |
| 8 | Suspension | 2.3% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.2% | 1 |
| 10 | Body, Structure And General Items | 1.2% | 1 |
| 11 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.2% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.2% | 1 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 15,402 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 tyres and wheels | 5.28 | 8.1% | 7 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.77 | 5.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.77 | 5.8% | 5 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.77 | 5.9% | 5 |
| Brakes | 3.02 | 4.7% | 4 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 2.26 | 3.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.51 | 2.3% | 2 |
| Suspension | 1.51 | 2.3% | 2 |
| Body & Structure | 1.50 | 2.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.75 | 1.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.75 | 1.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.75 | 1.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Vstar has 15,402 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 Vstar has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 9.80% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Vstar MOT Data
The Yamaha Vstar is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 86 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% and a failure rate of 15.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Vstar owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle tyres and wheels and motorcycle brakes 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 Vstar is likely to perform.
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 7.0% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 7.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vstar. 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 brakes — 5.8% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 5.8% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vstar. 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).
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 4.7% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 4.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Vstar. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Vstar?
Based on 86 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Vstar has an overall pass rate of 84.9% (15.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Vstar?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Vstar fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (7.0%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (5.8%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (4.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Vstar reliable?
With a 15.1% MOT failure rate, the Vstar is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Vstar?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle tyres and wheels (7.0%); Motorcycle brakes (5.8%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (4.7%). 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.