Yamaha Teo S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Teo S car check
Is the Yamaha Teo S reliable? We analysed 1,722 real MOT tests across 294 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Teo S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Teo S.
Yamaha Teo S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Teo S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Teo S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Teo S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Teo S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Teo S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Teo S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Teo S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Teo S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Teo S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 68 | 77.9% | 3,651 | 11,136 | 37,602 |
| 2003 | 446 | 78.7% | 5,242 | 9,820 | 15,658 |
| 2002 | 344 | 82.3% | 5,396 | 9,042 | 14,674 |
| 2001 | 425 | 79.3% | 3,797 | 9,411 | 14,268 |
| 2000 | 400 | 81.0% | 3,366 | 8,564 | 14,502 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Teo S Last?
Based on 294 Yamaha Teo S vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Teo S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Teo S 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 Teo S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.3% MOT pass rate from 344 tests
77.9% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Teo S is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.3% across 344 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Teo S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Teo S THIS CAR | 80.0% | 1,722 | 9,292 mi | 26 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 |
| Peugeot 2008 GT Line Bluehdi S/s | 85.9% | 2,125 | 34,299 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Teo S trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Teo S has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% across 1,722 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 Teo S are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (74 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (48), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (39). 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 Teo S owner drives around 844 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 Teo S models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.