Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere reliable? We analysed 4,516 real MOT tests across 624 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 185 | 98.4% | 5,692 | 9,252 | 14,804 |
| 2019 | 98 | 96.9% | 7,941 | 14,464 | 21,492 |
| 2018 | 93 | 95.7% | 8,082 | 14,959 | 21,923 |
| 2017 | 96 | 93.8% | 11,829 | 17,636 | 25,638 |
| 2013 | 1,272 | 94.5% | 12,108 | 19,896 | 29,433 |
| 2012 | 902 | 94.7% | 12,624 | 19,473 | 30,151 |
| 2011 | 1,229 | 94.1% | 13,995 | 22,364 | 35,159 |
| 2010 | 424 | 91.7% | 13,524 | 20,024 | 30,692 |
How Long Does a Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Last?
Based on 624 Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere 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 XT 1200 Z Super Tenere
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.4% MOT pass rate from 185 tests
91.7% MOT pass rate from 424 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.4% across 185 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere THIS CAR | 94.5% | 4,516 | 19,785 mi | 16 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 |
| Toyota Aygo X Pure Vvt-i | 93.9% | 5,355 | 17,626 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha XT 1200 Z Super Tenere has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.5% across 4,516 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 is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 12 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 XT 1200 Z Super Tenere 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 XT 1200 Z Super Tenere owner drives around 1,982 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 XT 1200 Z Super Tenere models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.