Yamaha Ttr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Ttr car check
Is the Yamaha Ttr reliable? We analysed 1,500 real MOT tests across 163 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Ttr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Ttr.
Yamaha Ttr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Ttr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Ttr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Ttr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Ttr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Ttr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Ttr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Ttr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Ttr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Ttr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 109 | 87.2% | 3,777 | 15,827 | 28,177 |
| 2003 | 263 | 81.7% | 6,666 | 10,195 | 14,764 |
| 2002 | 128 | 85.2% | 1,552 | 6,182 | 10,304 |
| 2001 | 169 | 82.8% | 3,882 | 13,149 | 21,749 |
| 2000 | 98 | 81.6% | 1,043 | 6,436 | 13,000 |
| 1999 | 203 | 85.2% | 4,362 | 19,225 | 29,854 |
| 1998 | 145 | 81.4% | 1,253 | 9,193 | 24,162 |
| 1996 | 82 | 86.6% | 4,339 | 11,726 | 24,813 |
| 1995 | 66 | 84.8% | 14,605 | 21,336 | 30,619 |
| 1993 | 55 | 89.1% | 1,366 | 6,350 | 11,140 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Ttr Last?
Based on 163 Yamaha Ttr vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Ttr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Ttr 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 Ttr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.1% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
81.4% MOT pass rate from 145 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Ttr is 1993, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.1% across 55 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Ttr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Ttr THIS CAR | 83.6% | 1,500 | 10,607 mi | 33 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 |
| Fiat Punto 90 Elx | 62.7% | 981 | 82,882 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Ttr trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha TtrShould you buy a used Yamaha Ttr?
The Yamaha Ttr has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 1,500 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 Ttr are reflector on motorcycle missing (17 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (14), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (9). 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 Ttr owner drives around 494 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 Ttr models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.