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Yamaha Xj6-s MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 67 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.9%.

88.1%
Pass Rate
11.9%
Fail Rate
67
Total Tests
Motorcycle tyres and wheels
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Yamaha Xj6-s MOT Reliability Overview

The Yamaha Xj6-s is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% and a failure rate of 11.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Yamaha Xj6-s earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Xj6-s presents for MOT with approximately 10,479 miles on the clock.

The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Xj6-s is Motorcycle tyres and wheels, affecting 6.0% 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 tyres at 4.5%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 4.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (67 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle tyres and wheels 6.0%
Motorcycle tyres 4.5%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 4.5%
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* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels6.0%4
2Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling4.5%3
3Motorcycle Tyres4.5%3
4Motorcycle Drive System3.0%2
5Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors3.0%2
6Motorcycle Structure And Attachments1.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 10,479 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle tyres and wheels5.70% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling4.27% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres4.27% per 10K miMotorcycle drive system2.85% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors2.85% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments1.42% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle tyres and wheels5.706.0%4
Motorcycle lighting and signalling4.274.5%3
Motorcycle tyres4.274.5%3
Motorcycle drive system2.853.0%2
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors2.853.0%2
Motorcycle structure and attachments1.421.5%1

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Mileage at MOT

10,479
Mean
8,291
Median
4,245
25th Percentile
12,914
75th Percentile

The average Yamaha Xj6-s has 10,479 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.

11.36%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
11.9%
Overall Fail Rate
10,479 avg miles
🔴 Poor — above average failure rate

The Yamaha Xj6-s has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.36% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.

About Yamaha Xj6-s MOT Data

The Yamaha Xj6-s is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% and a failure rate of 11.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Yamaha Xj6-s 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 tyres 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 Xj6-s is likely to perform.

Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 6.0% of failures

Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 6.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xj6-s. 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 tyres — 4.5% of failures

Motorcycle tyres issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xj6-s. 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 lighting and signalling — 4.5% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xj6-s. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Xj6-s?

Based on 67 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Xj6-s has an overall pass rate of 88.1% (11.9% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xj6-s?

The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Xj6-s fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (6.0%), 2. Motorcycle tyres (4.5%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (4.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Yamaha Xj6-s reliable?

With a 11.9% MOT failure rate, the Xj6-s is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Xj6-s?

Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle tyres and wheels (6.0%); Motorcycle tyres (4.5%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (4.5%). 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.

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