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Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 reliable? We analysed 364 real MOT tests across 135 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 364 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.5%
Typical Mileage
6,686mi
Annual Mileage
1,335mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300.

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

94.4%
2021
90.7%
2020

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
428 mi/yr
Typical
1,335 mi/yr
Average
2,621 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,591 mi/yr

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 71 94.4% 3,704 7,598 16,276
2020 279 90.7% 2,772 6,316 18,116

How Long Does a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Last?

Based on 135 Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,686 mi
75th Percentile
16,860 mi
95th Percentile
36,232 mi
Max Recorded
87,089 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300

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

Best year
2021

94.4% MOT pass rate from 71 tests

Year to avoid
2020

90.7% MOT pass rate from 279 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 71 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 THIS CAR 91.5% 364 6,686 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
Nissan X-trail Acenta Premium DCI CVT 85.5% 726 35,082 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300?

The Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.5% across 364 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 MWD300 Tricity 300 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 MWD300 Tricity 300 owner drives around 1,335 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 MWD300 Tricity 300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 reliable?
Based on 364 MOT tests, the Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 has a 91.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 do per year?
The typical Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 does around 1,335 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300?
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 MWD300 Tricity 300?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha MWD300 Tricity 300 is 2021 with a 94.4% pass rate across 71 tests.