Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs reliable? We analysed 5,653 real MOT tests across 622 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and drive chain excessively loose. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,975 | 89.6% | 7,069 | 13,807 | 22,865 |
| 2012 | 2,145 | 90.3% | 8,183 | 14,325 | 24,195 |
| 2011 | 916 | 92.4% | 8,091 | 12,782 | 22,294 |
| 2010 | 475 | 88.4% | 9,726 | 16,438 | 26,200 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Last?
Based on 622 Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs 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 Fazer 8 Abs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.4% MOT pass rate from 916 tests
88.4% MOT pass rate from 475 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.4% across 916 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs THIS CAR | 90.3% | 5,653 | 14,015 mi | 16 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 Fiesta ST Performance ED Turbo | 90.5% | 2,555 | 25,295 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 5,653 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (29 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (12), and drive chain excessively loose (6). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha Fazer 8 Abs owner drives around 1,204 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 Fazer 8 Abs models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.