Yamaha Jog Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Jog car check
Is the Yamaha Jog reliable? We analysed 1,750 real MOT tests across 322 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Jog is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Jog.
Yamaha Jog Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Jog. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Jog MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Jog to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Jog Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Jog fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Jog Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Jog owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Jog MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Jog year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 63 | 76.2% | 2,437 | 3,528 | 5,700 |
| 2007 | 85 | 75.3% | 1,303 | 3,261 | 5,236 |
| 2006 | 57 | 70.2% | 2,374 | 3,815 | 4,364 |
| 2005 | 158 | 70.3% | 3,035 | 5,332 | 8,882 |
| 2004 | 228 | 73.2% | 5,665 | 9,706 | 15,465 |
| 2003 | 181 | 74.0% | 2,547 | 6,282 | 10,023 |
| 2002 | 214 | 77.1% | 5,057 | 8,232 | 14,748 |
| 1994 | 73 | 83.6% | 2,719 | 4,583 | 7,543 |
| 1992 | 85 | 82.4% | 3,334 | 6,145 | 6,950 |
| 1991 | 70 | 78.6% | 6,038 | 7,548 | 8,471 |
| 1990 | 112 | 82.1% | 2,847 | 5,668 | 8,890 |
| 1989 | 59 | 72.9% | 4,332 | 5,414 | 7,128 |
| 1988 | 75 | 81.3% | 2,929 | 5,606 | 8,541 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Jog Last?
Based on 322 Yamaha Jog vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Jog Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Jog 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 Jog
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.6% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
70.2% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Jog is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.6% across 73 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Jog Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Jog THIS CAR | 76.0% | 1,750 | 5,732 mi | 38 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 |
| Betamotor Alp 4T | 83.9% | 1,046 | 3,526 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Jog trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha JogShould you buy a used Yamaha Jog?
The Yamaha Jog has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 1,750 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 Jog are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (69 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (47), and exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (46). 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 Jog owner drives around 551 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 Jog models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.