Yamaha Ybr MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 20,120 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 25.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Ybr MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Ybr is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 20,120 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% and a failure rate of 25.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Ybr earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Ybr presents for MOT with approximately 11,544 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2017 models achieve the highest pass rate at 81.8%, while 2006 models have the lowest at 64.8%. This 17.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Ybr is Motorcycle structure and attachments, affecting 15.3% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 15.2%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 12.9%. 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
Best Year to Buy
Based on MOT data, 2016 models have the highest pass rate at 75.6%.
Based on 2024 MOT test results only — the most recent data available. "Built" = year of manufacture. Cars need their first MOT at 3 years old, so the newest cars shown are from ~3 years ago.
Bar chart showing pass rate by manufacture year from 2014 to 2016
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 4 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Yamaha Ybr vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Yamaha Ybr. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 14 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Yamaha Ybr shows a relatively stable failure rate after warranty — the change of 0% is negligible. Peak failure occurs at age 14 (32.1% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
* 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 Structure And Attachments | 15.3% | 3,077 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 15.2% | 3,065 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 12.9% | 2,596 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres | 6.3% | 1,275 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Suspension | 5.7% | 1,137 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 5.3% | 1,070 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.4% | 682 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.7% | 538 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.3% | 459 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.0% | 405 |
| 11 | Non-component Advisories | 0.5% | 101 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.5% | 98 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 96 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 93 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.4% | 90 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,544 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 structure and attachments | 13.25 | 15.3% | 3,077 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 13.20 | 15.2% | 3,065 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 11.18 | 12.9% | 2,596 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 5.49 | 6.3% | 1,275 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 4.90 | 5.7% | 1,137 |
| Motorcycle steering | 4.61 | 5.3% | 1,070 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.94 | 3.4% | 682 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 2.32 | 2.7% | 538 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.98 | 2.3% | 459 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.74 | 2.0% | 405 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.43 | 0.5% | 101 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.42 | 0.5% | 98 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.41 | 0.5% | 96 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.40 | 0.5% | 93 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.39 | 0.4% | 90 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Ybr has 11,544 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 Ybr has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 21.83% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Ybr MOT Data
The Yamaha Ybr is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 20,120 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 13 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.8% and a failure rate of 25.2%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Ybr owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle structure and attachments and motorcycle lamps and reflectors 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 Ybr is likely to perform.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 15.3% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 15.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr. 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.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 15.2% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 15.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr. 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 brakes — 12.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 12.9% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr. 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 Ybr?
Based on 20,120 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Ybr has an overall pass rate of 74.8% (25.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Ybr?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Ybr fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle structure and attachments (15.3%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.2%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (12.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Ybr reliable?
With a 25.2% MOT failure rate, the Ybr is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Ybr?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle structure and attachments (15.3%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (15.2%); Motorcycle brakes (12.9%). 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.