Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 69 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 27.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 69 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% and a failure rate of 27.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat earns a "Very Good" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat presents for MOT with approximately 27,263 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 14.5% 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 Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 14.5%. Motorcycle brakes rounds out the top three at 13.0%. 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 | Motorcycle Brakes | 21.7% | 15 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 17.4% | 12 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 15.9% | 11 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 14.5% | 10 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Drive System | 8.7% | 6 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 7.2% | 5 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.8% | 4 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.3% | 3 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.9% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.4% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.4% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 27,263 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 | 7.97 | 21.7% | 15 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 6.38 | 17.4% | 12 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 5.85 | 15.9% | 11 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 5.32 | 14.5% | 10 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.19 | 8.7% | 6 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 2.66 | 7.2% | 5 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.13 | 5.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 1.59 | 4.3% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.06 | 2.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.53 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.53 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.53 | 1.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat has 27,263 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 Yzf600 Thundercat has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 10.09% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat MOT Data
The Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 69 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.5% and a failure rate of 27.5%, which is above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Yzf600 Thundercat is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 14.5% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 14.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat. 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.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 14.5% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 14.5% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat. 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 brakes — 13.0% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 13.0% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat. 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 Yzf600 Thundercat?
Based on 69 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat has an overall pass rate of 72.5% (27.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.5%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.5%), 3. Motorcycle brakes (13.0%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat reliable?
With a 27.5% MOT failure rate, the Yzf600 Thundercat is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Yzf600 Thundercat?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (14.5%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (14.5%); Motorcycle brakes (13.0%). 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.