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Yamaha Mt - 09 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Mt - 09 reliable? We analysed 1,359 real MOT tests across 179 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,359 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.4%
Typical Mileage
10,559mi
Annual Mileage
910mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Yamaha Mt - 09 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Mt - 09.

Yamaha Mt - 09 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha Mt - 09. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha Mt - 09 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Mt - 09 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.4%
2013

Yamaha Mt - 09 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Yamaha Mt - 09 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 2

Yamaha Mt - 09 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Mt - 09 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10

Yamaha Mt - 09 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Mt - 09 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
365 mi/yr
Typical
910 mi/yr
Average
1,545 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,922 mi/yr

Yamaha Mt - 09 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Mt - 09 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,219 89.4% 6,745 10,541 16,469

How Long Does a Yamaha Mt - 09 Last?

Based on 179 Yamaha Mt - 09 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.8 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Yamaha Mt - 09 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Mt - 09 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,559 mi
75th Percentile
16,680 mi
95th Percentile
31,339 mi
Max Recorded
75,531 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Mt - 09

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

Best year
2013

89.4% MOT pass rate from 1,219 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Mt - 09 is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 1,219 tests.

How Does the Yamaha Mt - 09 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha Mt - 09 THIS CAR 90.4% 1,359 10,559 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
Peugeot Partner 625 SE L1 HDI 84.8% 958 99,452 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Mt - 09 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Mt - 09?

The Yamaha Mt - 09 has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.4% across 1,359 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 tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 3 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Mt - 09 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 Mt - 09 owner drives around 910 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 Mt - 09 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.

Yamaha Mt - 09 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Mt - 09 reliable?
Based on 1,359 MOT tests, the Yamaha Mt - 09 has a 90.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Mt - 09?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Yamaha Mt - 09 do per year?
The typical Yamaha Mt - 09 does around 910 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Mt - 09 last?
Most Yamaha Mt - 09 models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 179 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Mt - 09?
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 Yamaha Mt - 09?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Mt - 09 is 2013 with a 89.4% pass rate across 1,219 tests.