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Jonway Yy Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jonway Yy reliable? We analysed 404 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 404 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
75.0%
Typical Mileage
5,562mi
Annual Mileage
449mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
11yrs

The Jonway Yy is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jonway Yy.

Jonway Yy Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jonway Yy. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jonway Yy MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jonway Yy to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

73.9%
2015

Jonway Yy Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jonway Yy fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Horn not working 5
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5

Jonway Yy Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Jonway Yy models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Valve stem seriously damaged 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 6

Jonway Yy Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jonway Yy owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
105 mi/yr
Typical
449 mi/yr
Average
1,223 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,515 mi/yr

Jonway Yy MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jonway Yy year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2015 307 73.9% 2,901 5,539 8,739

How Long Does a Jonway Yy Last?

Based on 169 Jonway Yy vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
11 years

Jonway Yy Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jonway Yy MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
5,562 mi
75th Percentile
8,596 mi
95th Percentile
14,565 mi
Max Recorded
120,093 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jonway Yy

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2015

73.9% MOT pass rate from 307 tests

The best year to buy a used Jonway Yy is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.9% across 307 tests.

How Does the Jonway Yy Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jonway Yy THIS CAR 75.0% 404 5,562 mi 11 yrs
Jonway Unknown 69.7% 987 4,912 mi 14 yrs
Husqvarna WR125 72% 701 2,612 mi 22 yrs
Volvo XC60 Core B5 MHEV AWD Auto 94.1% 698 27,373 mi — yrs
Pioneer Xf 125 GY-2D 74.6% 562 5,548 mi 16 yrs

Compared to the Jonway Unknown (69.7% pass rate) and the Husqvarna WR125 (72.0% pass rate), the Jonway Yy outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jonway Yy?

The Jonway Yy has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% across 404 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is horn not working with 5 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Jonway Yy with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Jonway Yy owner drives around 449 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Jonway Yy models stay on UK roads for around 11 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Jonway Yy — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jonway Yy reliable?
Based on 404 MOT tests, the Jonway Yy has a 75.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Jonway Yy?
The most common failure point is horn not working.
How many miles does a Jonway Yy do per year?
The typical Jonway Yy does around 449 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jonway Yy last?
Most Jonway Yy models stay on UK roads for around 11 years based on our analysis of 169 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jonway Yy?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Jonway Yy?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jonway Yy is 2015 with a 73.9% pass rate across 307 tests.