Yamaha TT600RE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha TT600RE reliable? We analysed 2,645 real MOT tests across 292 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha TT600RE is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha TT600RE.
Yamaha TT600RE Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha TT600RE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha TT600RE MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha TT600RE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha TT600RE Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha TT600RE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha TT600RE Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha TT600RE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha TT600RE MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha TT600RE year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 64 | 84.4% | 6,702 | 10,228 | 13,775 |
| 2005 | 688 | 86.0% | 4,064 | 8,745 | 14,727 |
| 2004 | 1,065 | 85.6% | 4,884 | 10,622 | 17,516 |
| 2003 | 375 | 83.5% | 6,939 | 11,584 | 17,509 |
| 2001 | 110 | 84.5% | 7,387 | 14,224 | 26,056 |
| 2000 | 75 | 85.3% | 4,661 | 10,150 | 16,972 |
| 1998 | 65 | 81.5% | 2,284 | 8,190 | 16,763 |
How Long Does a Yamaha TT600RE Last?
Based on 292 Yamaha TT600RE vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha TT600RE Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha TT600RE 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 TT600RE
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.0% MOT pass rate from 688 tests
81.5% MOT pass rate from 65 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha TT600RE is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.0% across 688 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha TT600RE Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha TT600RE THIS CAR | 85.0% | 2,645 | 10,598 mi | 28 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 |
| Dacia Sandero Stepway SE Twenty Tce | 84.9% | 4,247 | 23,233 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha TT600RE sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha TT600RE has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.0% across 2,645 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 TT600RE are reflector on motorcycle missing (19 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (18), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (18). 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 TT600RE owner drives around 488 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 TT600RE models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.