Yamaha Ybr250 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 449 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 12.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Ybr250 MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Ybr250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 449 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Ybr250 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Ybr250 presents for MOT with approximately 14,646 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 89.5%, while 2010 models have the lowest at 83.3%. This 6.2 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Ybr250 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 5.3% 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 drive system at 5.3%. 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.
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?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
View as table
| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Drive System | 6.0% | 27 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 5.3% | 24 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 4.5% | 20 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 3.3% | 15 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.9% | 13 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.4% | 11 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.0% | 9 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.6% | 7 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.3% | 6 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.7% | 3 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,646 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.
View as table
| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle drive system | 4.11 | 6.0% | 27 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 3.65 | 5.3% | 24 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.04 | 4.5% | 20 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.28 | 3.3% | 15 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.98 | 2.9% | 13 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.67 | 2.4% | 11 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.37 | 2.0% | 9 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.06 | 1.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.91 | 1.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.46 | 0.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.30 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
🚗 Similar Cars to Consider
Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Ybr250 has 14,646 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 Ybr250 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.53% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Ybr250 MOT Data
The Yamaha Ybr250 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 449 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.5% and a failure rate of 12.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Ybr250 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 drive system 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 Ybr250 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr250. 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 drive system — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr250. Motorcycle drive system 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 lighting and signalling — 4.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Ybr250. 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 Ybr250?
Based on 449 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Ybr250 has an overall pass rate of 87.5% (12.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Ybr250?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Ybr250 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (5.3%), 2. Motorcycle drive system (5.3%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (4.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Ybr250 reliable?
With a 12.5% MOT failure rate, the Ybr250 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Ybr250?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (5.3%); Motorcycle drive system (5.3%); 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.