Yamaha Raptor Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Raptor car check
Is the Yamaha Raptor reliable? We analysed 5,711 real MOT tests across 719 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Raptor is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate missing, obligatory mirror missing and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Raptor.
Yamaha Raptor Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Raptor. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Raptor MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Raptor to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Raptor Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Raptor fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Raptor Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Raptor owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Raptor MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Raptor year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 68 | 91.2% | 478 | 1,710 | 3,098 |
| 2013 | 80 | 85.0% | 821 | 2,151 | 3,106 |
| 2012 | 67 | 88.1% | 1,659 | 4,261 | 8,095 |
| 2011 | 153 | 86.3% | 1,750 | 3,702 | 9,550 |
| 2010 | 129 | 87.6% | 1,596 | 2,746 | 4,414 |
| 2009 | 236 | 83.5% | 2,316 | 5,400 | 8,105 |
| 2008 | 1,057 | 85.8% | 1,341 | 3,228 | 6,674 |
| 2007 | 1,367 | 86.0% | 1,390 | 3,227 | 7,079 |
| 2006 | 1,321 | 86.0% | 924 | 2,235 | 5,625 |
| 2005 | 618 | 81.7% | 862 | 1,999 | 5,744 |
| 2004 | 254 | 82.3% | 440 | 1,708 | 7,337 |
| 2003 | 107 | 83.2% | 907 | 3,118 | 6,400 |
| 2002 | 84 | 81.0% | 336 | 878 | 4,942 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Raptor Last?
Based on 719 Yamaha Raptor vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Raptor Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Raptor MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Raptor
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.2% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
81.0% MOT pass rate from 84 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Raptor is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.2% across 68 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Raptor Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Raptor THIS CAR | 85.3% | 5,711 | 2,850 mi | 24 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 |
| Mercedes Ml | 77.3% | 3,846 | 90,009 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Raptor sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Raptor has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 5,711 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha Raptor are registration plate missing (107 recorded failures), obligatory mirror missing (78), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (69). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha Raptor owner drives around 417 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 Raptor models stay on UK roads for around 24 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.