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Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) reliable? We analysed 2,400 real MOT tests across 1,496 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,400 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.0%
Typical Mileage
8,669mi
Annual Mileage
2,146mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D).

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Number Plates

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Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

96.6%
2023
95.9%
2022
96%
2021

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
992 mi/yr
Typical
2,146 mi/yr
Average
3,126 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,755 mi/yr

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 149 96.6% 4,883 8,574 13,702
2022 920 95.9% 4,938 8,292 13,097
2021 1,211 96.0% 5,578 8,909 13,184

How Long Does a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Last?

Based on 1,496 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
8,669 mi
75th Percentile
13,302 mi
95th Percentile
23,914 mi
Max Recorded
110,100 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D)

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

Best year
2023

96.6% MOT pass rate from 149 tests

Year to avoid
2022

95.9% MOT pass rate from 920 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.6% across 149 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) THIS CAR 96.0% 2,400 8,669 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
Honda Civic I-dtec Es 90.6% 1,835 93,554 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D)?

The Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.0% across 2,400 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 9 GT (mtt 890D) 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 9 GT (mtt 890D) owner drives around 2,146 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 9 GT (mtt 890D) — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) reliable?
Based on 2,400 MOT tests, the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) has a 96.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D)?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm.
How many miles does a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) do per year?
The typical Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) does around 2,146 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D)?
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 9 GT (mtt 890D)?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890D) is 2023 with a 96.6% pass rate across 149 tests.