Yamaha Yfm 350 R MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 40 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 7.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Yfm 350 R MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Yfm 350 R is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.5% and a failure rate of 7.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Yfm 350 R earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Yfm 350 R presents for MOT with approximately 4,326 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Yfm 350 R is Suspension, affecting 12.5% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 10.0%. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment rounds out the top three at 5.0%. 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
* 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 15.0% | 6 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.5% | 5 |
| 3 | Brakes | 2.5% | 1 |
| 4 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.5% | 1 |
| 5 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Yfm 350 R has 4,326 miles when tested for MOT.
About Yamaha Yfm 350 R MOT Data
The Yamaha Yfm 350 R is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 40 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.5% and a failure rate of 7.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Yfm 350 R owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Yfm 350 R is likely to perform.
Suspension — 12.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 12.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yfm 350 R. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 10.0% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 10.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yfm 350 R. 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.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 5.0% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 5.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yfm 350 R. 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 Yfm 350 R?
Based on 40 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Yfm 350 R has an overall pass rate of 92.5% (7.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yfm 350 R?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Yfm 350 R fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (12.5%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%), 3. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Yfm 350 R reliable?
With a 7.5% MOT failure rate, the Yfm 350 R is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Yfm 350 R?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (12.5%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (10.0%); Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (5.0%). 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.