Yamaha Hw Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Hw car check
Is the Yamaha Hw reliable? We analysed 1,428 real MOT tests across 256 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Hw is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Hw.
Yamaha Hw Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Hw. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Hw MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Hw to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Hw Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Hw fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Hw Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Hw models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Hw Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Hw owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Hw MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Hw year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 303 | 81.5% | 5,552 | 10,866 | 22,434 |
| 2015 | 165 | 85.5% | 4,698 | 7,942 | 16,838 |
| 2014 | 620 | 83.7% | 7,530 | 14,828 | 24,627 |
| 2013 | 242 | 83.1% | 7,162 | 12,879 | 21,286 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Hw Last?
Based on 256 Yamaha Hw vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Hw Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Hw 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 Hw
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.5% MOT pass rate from 165 tests
81.5% MOT pass rate from 303 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Hw is 2015, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.5% across 165 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Hw Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Hw THIS CAR | 83.8% | 1,428 | 12,459 mi | 13 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 |
| Toyota Alphard G | 77.4% | 960 | 98,412 mi | 24 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Hw trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Hw has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.8% across 1,428 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 Hw are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (16 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (9), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (7). 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 Hw 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 Hw owner drives around 1,579 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 Hw models stay on UK roads for around 13 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.