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Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D reliable? We analysed 4,221 real MOT tests across 999 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,221 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.8%
Typical Mileage
8,256mi
Annual Mileage
1,152mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D.

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

97.6%
2022
90.8%
2021
93%
2020
92.2%
2019
91.8%
2018
93.1%
2017

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
503 mi/yr
Typical
1,152 mi/yr
Average
1,640 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,268 mi/yr

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 82 97.6% 3,184 5,638 8,714
2021 153 90.8% 3,740 5,570 8,197
2020 330 93.0% 3,234 6,470 10,105
2019 626 92.2% 4,408 7,413 11,635
2018 982 91.8% 5,098 8,172 12,224
2017 1,878 93.1% 5,738 9,519 14,528

How Long Does a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Last?

Based on 999 Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.7 years
Median
6.0 years

Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,256 mi
75th Percentile
12,656 mi
95th Percentile
21,790 mi
Max Recorded
92,312 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D

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

Best year
2022

97.6% MOT pass rate from 82 tests

Year to avoid
2021

90.8% MOT pass rate from 153 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.6% across 82 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.8% — 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-10 Sp MTN1000D Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D THIS CAR 92.8% 4,221 8,256 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
Fiat 500X Sport 88.1% 3,634 25,458 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D?

The Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.8% across 4,221 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-10 Sp MTN1000D 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-10 Sp MTN1000D owner drives around 1,152 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-10 Sp MTN1000D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D reliable?
Based on 4,221 MOT tests, the Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D has a 92.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D do per year?
The typical Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D does around 1,152 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D?
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-10 Sp MTN1000D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha MT-10 Sp MTN1000D is 2022 with a 97.6% pass rate across 82 tests.