Yamaha Enticer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Enticer car check
Is the Yamaha Enticer reliable? We analysed 773 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Enticer is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and direction indicators not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Enticer.
Yamaha Enticer Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Enticer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Enticer MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Enticer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Enticer Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Enticer fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Enticer Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Enticer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Enticer MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Enticer year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 104 | 72.1% | 7,132 | 9,039 | 11,228 |
| 2005 | 174 | 71.3% | 6,524 | 10,902 | 20,300 |
| 2004 | 229 | 73.8% | 5,433 | 8,806 | 14,260 |
| 2003 | 240 | 71.7% | 5,333 | 10,334 | 16,669 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Enticer Last?
Based on 112 Yamaha Enticer vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Enticer Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Enticer MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Enticer
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
73.8% MOT pass rate from 229 tests
71.3% MOT pass rate from 174 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Enticer is 2004, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 73.8% across 229 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Enticer Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Enticer THIS CAR | 72.6% | 773 | 9,549 mi | 23 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Ford Ka Zetec Climate | 66% | 418 | 49,592 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Enticer trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha EnticerShould you buy a used Yamaha Enticer?
The Yamaha Enticer has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.6% across 773 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Enticer are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (25 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (21), and direction indicators not working (14). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha Enticer owner drives around 1,139 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 Yamaha Enticer models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.