Yamaha Yp1 25r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 202 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 40.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Yp1 25r MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Yp1 25r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 202 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.9% and a failure rate of 40.1%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Yp1 25r earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Yp1 25r presents for MOT with approximately 17,264 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2000 models achieve the highest pass rate at 63.6%, while 1999 models have the lowest at 55.3%. This 8.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Yp1 25r is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 27.7% 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 lighting and signalling at 19.3%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 15.8%. 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 Brakes | 30.7% | 62 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 24.3% | 49 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 19.8% | 40 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 12.4% | 25 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 10.4% | 21 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 9.9% | 20 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 6.9% | 14 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 5.0% | 10 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.5% | 9 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 3.5% | 7 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.5% | 3 |
| 12 | Items Not Tested | 1.0% | 2 |
| 13 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.5% | 1 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,264 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 brakes | 17.78 | 30.7% | 62 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 14.05 | 24.3% | 49 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 11.47 | 19.8% | 40 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.17 | 12.4% | 25 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 6.02 | 10.4% | 21 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 5.74 | 9.9% | 20 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 4.01 | 6.9% | 14 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.87 | 5.0% | 10 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.58 | 4.5% | 9 |
| Motorcycle steering | 2.01 | 3.5% | 7 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.86 | 1.5% | 3 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.57 | 1.0% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.29 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.29 | 0.5% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.29 | 0.5% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Yp1 25r has 17,264 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 Yp1 25r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 23.23% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Yp1 25r MOT Data
The Yamaha Yp1 25r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 202 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.9% and a failure rate of 40.1%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Yp1 25r owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes 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 Yp1 25r is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 27.7% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 27.7% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yp1 25r. 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 lighting and signalling — 19.3% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 19.3% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yp1 25r. 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 steering and suspension — 15.8% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 15.8% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yp1 25r. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Yp1 25r?
Based on 202 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Yp1 25r has an overall pass rate of 59.9% (40.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yp1 25r?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Yp1 25r fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (27.7%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.3%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Yp1 25r reliable?
With a 40.1% MOT failure rate, the Yp1 25r is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Yp1 25r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (27.7%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (19.3%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.8%). 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.