Yamaha Xp Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Xp car check
Is the Yamaha Xp reliable? We analysed 1,291 real MOT tests across 274 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Xp is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Xp.
Yamaha Xp Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Xp. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Xp MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Xp to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Xp Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Xp fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Xp Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Xp models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Xp Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Xp owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Xp MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Xp year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 340 | 94.7% | 5,482 | 8,558 | 12,784 |
| 2015 | 435 | 91.0% | 6,201 | 11,587 | 16,940 |
| 2014 | 452 | 93.1% | 5,129 | 10,206 | 18,662 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Xp Last?
Based on 274 Yamaha Xp vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Xp Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Xp 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 Xp
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.7% MOT pass rate from 340 tests
91.0% MOT pass rate from 435 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Xp is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 340 tests. The 2015 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Xp Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Xp THIS CAR | 92.8% | 1,291 | 10,257 mi | 12 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 |
| Porsche 911 Carrera S S-a | 93.9% | 847 | 32,866 mi | 15 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Xp outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha XpShould you buy a used Yamaha Xp?
The Yamaha Xp has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.8% across 1,291 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick with 3 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 Xp 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 Xp owner drives around 1,161 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 Xp models stay on UK roads for around 12 years. 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.