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Yamaha MT-07 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha MT-07 Abs reliable? We analysed 13,540 real MOT tests across 3,264 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 13,540 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.3%
Typical Mileage
8,643mi
Annual Mileage
1,265mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha MT-07 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha MT-07 Abs.

Yamaha MT-07 Abs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha MT-07 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha MT-07 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha MT-07 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88%
2021
90.1%
2020
89.8%
2019
88.7%
2018
89%
2017

Yamaha MT-07 Abs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha MT-07 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 110
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 57

Yamaha MT-07 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha MT-07 Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
449 mi/yr
Typical
1,265 mi/yr
Average
2,198 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,954 mi/yr

Yamaha MT-07 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha MT-07 Abs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 510 88.0% 3,772 6,778 12,047
2020 1,663 90.1% 3,732 7,854 14,721
2019 3,417 89.8% 3,947 7,529 13,152
2018 4,122 88.7% 4,491 8,796 15,218
2017 3,344 89.0% 5,708 10,238 17,414

How Long Does a Yamaha MT-07 Abs Last?

Based on 3,264 Yamaha MT-07 Abs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.6 years
Median
6.0 years

Yamaha MT-07 Abs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha MT-07 Abs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,643 mi
75th Percentile
15,050 mi
95th Percentile
29,931 mi
Max Recorded
897,177 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha MT-07 Abs

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

Best year
2020

90.1% MOT pass rate from 1,663 tests

Year to avoid
2021

88.0% MOT pass rate from 510 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-07 Abs is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.1% across 1,663 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha MT-07 Abs Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha MT-07 Abs THIS CAR 89.3% 13,540 8,643 mi — 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
Honda Nc 700 Xa-c 87.7% 5,884 20,283 mi 14 yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha MT-07 Abs outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha MT-07 Abs?

The Yamaha MT-07 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.3% across 13,540 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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-07 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 MT-07 Abs owner drives around 1,265 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.

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-07 Abs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha MT-07 Abs reliable?
Based on 13,540 MOT tests, the Yamaha MT-07 Abs has a 89.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha MT-07 Abs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha MT-07 Abs do per year?
The typical Yamaha MT-07 Abs does around 1,265 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha MT-07 Abs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha MT-07 Abs?
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-07 Abs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-07 Abs is 2020 with a 90.1% pass rate across 1,663 tests.