Yamaha Rxs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Rxs reliable? We analysed 935 real MOT tests across 152 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Rxs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, direction indicator not working and direction indicators not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Rxs.
Yamaha Rxs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Rxs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Rxs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Rxs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Rxs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Rxs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Rxs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Rxs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Rxs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Rxs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 85 | 71.8% | 15,918 | 24,390 | 37,272 |
| 1994 | 68 | 82.4% | 15,604 | 19,931 | 26,022 |
| 1993 | 62 | 69.4% | 11,716 | 17,714 | 25,453 |
| 1992 | 51 | 72.5% | 13,910 | 19,081 | 30,389 |
| 1991 | 140 | 75.7% | 11,522 | 17,734 | 24,556 |
| 1990 | 198 | 81.3% | 12,791 | 23,325 | 30,116 |
| 1989 | 82 | 67.1% | 18,495 | 24,638 | 34,507 |
| 1988 | 67 | 85.1% | 12,335 | 18,749 | 33,566 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Rxs Last?
Based on 152 Yamaha Rxs vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Rxs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Rxs 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 Rxs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.1% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
67.1% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Rxs is 1988, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.1% across 67 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Rxs Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Rxs THIS CAR | 76.5% | 935 | 21,869 mi | 38 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 |
| Mazda 2 Sport | 78.3% | 1,147 | 76,967 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Rxs trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha RxsShould you buy a used Yamaha Rxs?
The Yamaha Rxs has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% across 935 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 Rxs are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (31 recorded failures), direction indicator not working (28), and direction indicators not working (21). 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 Rxs owner drives around 403 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 Rxs models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.