Yamaha Wr250r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 206 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Wr250r MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Wr250r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 206 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.8% and a failure rate of 11.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Wr250r earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Wr250r presents for MOT with approximately 9,799 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2008 models achieve the highest pass rate at 90.7%, while 2010 models have the lowest at 84.2%. This 6.5 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Wr250r is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, affecting 5.3% 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 lighting and signalling at 3.4%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 2.4%. 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 Lamps And Reflectors | 5.3% | 11 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.4% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.4% | 5 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 2.4% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 1.5% | 3 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.5% | 3 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.0% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.0% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.5% | 1 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.5% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.5% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,799 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 | 5.45 | 5.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.47 | 3.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 2.48 | 2.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.48 | 2.4% | 5 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 1.49 | 1.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.49 | 1.5% | 3 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.99 | 1.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.99 | 1.0% | 2 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.50 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.50 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.50 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.50 | 0.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Wr250r has 9,799 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 Wr250r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.43% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Wr250r MOT Data
The Yamaha Wr250r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 206 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.8% and a failure rate of 11.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Wr250r 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 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 Wr250r is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Wr250r. 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 lighting and signalling — 3.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 3.4% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Wr250r. 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 structure and attachments — 2.4% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 2.4% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Wr250r. 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 Wr250r?
Based on 206 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Wr250r has an overall pass rate of 88.8% (11.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Wr250r?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Wr250r fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.3%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (3.4%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (2.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Wr250r reliable?
With a 11.2% MOT failure rate, the Wr250r is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Wr250r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.3%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (3.4%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (2.4%). 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.