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Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer reliable? We analysed 10,741 real MOT tests across 2,128 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 10,741 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.2%
Typical Mileage
10,125mi
Annual Mileage
1,356mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

The Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer 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 MT-07 Tracer.

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.2%
2020
94.6%
2019
92.8%
2018
93.4%
2017
92.1%
2016

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 26
Valve stem seriously damaged 16

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
533 mi/yr
Typical
1,356 mi/yr
Average
2,266 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,920 mi/yr

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 589 93.2% 4,244 7,150 13,088
2019 980 94.6% 4,966 8,612 15,237
2018 2,076 92.8% 5,423 9,783 16,327
2017 4,848 93.4% 6,230 10,650 18,028
2016 1,968 92.1% 6,672 11,296 19,569

How Long Does a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Last?

Based on 2,128 Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.5 years
Median
7.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,125 mi
75th Percentile
17,412 mi
95th Percentile
34,261 mi
Max Recorded
191,096 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer

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

Best year
2019

94.6% MOT pass rate from 980 tests

Year to avoid
2016

92.1% MOT pass rate from 1,968 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 980 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.1% — 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 MT-07 Tracer 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 MT-07 Tracer THIS CAR 93.2% 10,741 10,125 mi 10 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
Honda MTX125 74.7% 4,027 19,252 mi 43 yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer?

The Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.2% across 10,741 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 MT-07 Tracer 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 MT-07 Tracer owner drives around 1,356 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 Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within 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.

Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer reliable?
Based on 10,741 MOT tests, the Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer has a 93.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer do per year?
The typical Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer does around 1,356 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer last?
Most Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 2,128 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer?
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 MT-07 Tracer?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer is 2019 with a 94.6% pass rate across 980 tests.