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Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs reliable? We analysed 5,556 real MOT tests across 1,055 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 5,556 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.5%
Typical Mileage
11,517mi
Annual Mileage
1,460mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha MT-09 Tracer 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-09 Tracer Abs.

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Number Plates

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

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

94.4%
2018
94.2%
2017

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha MT-09 Tracer 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 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 11
Valve stem seriously damaged 5

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
601 mi/yr
Typical
1,460 mi/yr
Average
2,200 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,840 mi/yr

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 590 94.4% 6,264 9,983 15,500
2017 4,464 94.2% 7,253 11,690 17,817

How Long Does a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Last?

Based on 1,055 Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
7.0 years

Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs Mileage Distribution

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

Median
11,517 mi
75th Percentile
17,540 mi
95th Percentile
31,961 mi
Max Recorded
150,393 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs

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

Best year
2018

94.4% MOT pass rate from 590 tests

Year to avoid
2017

94.2% MOT pass rate from 4,464 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 590 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 94.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha MT-09 Tracer 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-09 Tracer Abs THIS CAR 94.5% 5,556 11,517 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
Saab 9-3 Vector 175 Bhp 74.2% 2,133 85,624 mi 24 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs?

The Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.5% across 5,556 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-09 Tracer 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-09 Tracer Abs owner drives around 1,460 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-09 Tracer Abs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs reliable?
Based on 5,556 MOT tests, the Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs has a 94.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs do per year?
The typical Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs does around 1,460 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha MT-09 Tracer 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-09 Tracer Abs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-09 Tracer Abs is 2018 with a 94.4% pass rate across 590 tests.