Yamaha Wr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Wr reliable? We analysed 16,992 real MOT tests across 3,359 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Wr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Wr.
Yamaha Wr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Wr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Wr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Wr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Wr Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Wr models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Wr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Wr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Wr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Wr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 112 | 83.0% | 877 | 1,703 | 3,078 |
| 2021 | 169 | 81.7% | 810 | 1,580 | 2,841 |
| 2020 | 357 | 86.6% | 830 | 1,850 | 3,186 |
| 2019 | 598 | 87.6% | 1,148 | 2,134 | 3,716 |
| 2018 | 428 | 84.6% | 1,065 | 1,816 | 2,835 |
| 2017 | 688 | 83.6% | 1,699 | 3,941 | 10,215 |
| 2016 | 3,208 | 79.0% | 4,254 | 10,262 | 17,000 |
| 2015 | 2,806 | 78.5% | 4,436 | 9,906 | 16,364 |
| 2014 | 4,297 | 75.6% | 8,087 | 13,289 | 20,367 |
| 2013 | 1,359 | 75.7% | 6,630 | 13,351 | 20,493 |
| 2012 | 335 | 78.8% | 3,350 | 6,483 | 13,697 |
| 2011 | 319 | 74.3% | 4,948 | 11,034 | 19,571 |
| 2010 | 269 | 73.2% | 8,384 | 12,084 | 18,590 |
| 2009 | 224 | 73.2% | 6,926 | 12,095 | 17,886 |
| 2008 | 121 | 83.5% | 900 | 4,554 | 7,344 |
| 2007 | 151 | 82.1% | 1,241 | 1,963 | 3,977 |
| 2006 | 65 | 73.8% | 414 | 1,306 | 1,650 |
| 2005 | 120 | 80.0% | 812 | 2,065 | 4,280 |
| 2004 | 223 | 78.9% | 995 | 2,500 | 4,553 |
| 2003 | 177 | 78.5% | 889 | 2,298 | 3,542 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Wr Last?
Based on 3,359 Yamaha Wr vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Wr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Wr 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 Wr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.6% MOT pass rate from 598 tests
73.2% MOT pass rate from 224 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Wr is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.6% across 598 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Wr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Wr THIS CAR | 78.5% | 16,992 | 9,193 mi | 26 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 |
| Ford Transit Custom 280 Trend Eblue | 81.8% | 10,129 | 57,006 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Wr trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Wr has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.5% across 16,992 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 Wr 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 Wr owner drives around 964 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 Wr models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.