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Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) reliable? We analysed 1,837 real MOT tests across 857 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,837 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.7%
Typical Mileage
7,194mi
Annual Mileage
1,482mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A).

Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Number Plates

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Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.3%
2022
94.1%
2021
95.6%
2020

Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Valve stem seriously damaged 2

Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
622 mi/yr
Typical
1,482 mi/yr
Average
2,370 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,931 mi/yr

Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 297 95.3% 3,637 5,859 9,700
2021 947 94.1% 4,179 7,501 11,993
2020 495 95.6% 4,295 7,661 12,098

How Long Does a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Last?

Based on 857 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.5 years
Median
4.0 years

Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,194 mi
75th Percentile
11,826 mi
95th Percentile
24,849 mi
Max Recorded
161,456 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A)

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

Best year
2020

95.6% MOT pass rate from 495 tests

Year to avoid
2021

94.1% MOT pass rate from 947 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.6% across 495 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 94.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) THIS CAR 94.7% 1,837 7,194 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
Kawasaki ZX6 78.1% 2,032 23,745 mi 31 yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A)?

The Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.7% across 1,837 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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) 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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) owner drives around 1,482 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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) reliable?
Based on 1,837 MOT tests, the Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) has a 94.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A)?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) do per year?
The typical Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) does around 1,482 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A)?
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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A)?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690-A) is 2020 with a 95.6% pass rate across 495 tests.