Yamaha XT350 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha XT350 reliable? We analysed 6,014 real MOT tests across 799 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha XT350 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 horn not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha XT350.
Yamaha XT350 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha XT350. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha XT350 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha XT350 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha XT350 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha XT350 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha XT350 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha XT350 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha XT350 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha XT350 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 51 | 76.5% | 6,841 | 8,875 | 13,256 |
| 2002 | 85 | 83.5% | 3,074 | 9,280 | 31,102 |
| 2001 | 83 | 75.9% | 28,270 | 38,220 | 40,516 |
| 2000 | 79 | 86.1% | 26,212 | 30,614 | 50,072 |
| 1997 | 118 | 83.9% | 15,014 | 21,204 | 25,592 |
| 1996 | 407 | 84.8% | 8,040 | 13,742 | 18,380 |
| 1995 | 306 | 84.0% | 9,999 | 17,596 | 24,899 |
| 1994 | 317 | 79.2% | 12,093 | 19,801 | 25,342 |
| 1993 | 499 | 82.8% | 10,612 | 17,661 | 23,648 |
| 1992 | 475 | 77.3% | 12,964 | 19,084 | 28,514 |
| 1991 | 540 | 83.3% | 9,204 | 17,311 | 27,420 |
| 1990 | 582 | 79.4% | 12,985 | 21,119 | 29,048 |
| 1989 | 597 | 78.4% | 14,520 | 23,330 | 30,999 |
| 1988 | 550 | 80.2% | 16,549 | 25,631 | 34,584 |
| 1987 | 453 | 80.8% | 18,636 | 26,119 | 35,562 |
| 1986 | 419 | 80.0% | 14,834 | 20,276 | 36,299 |
| 1985 | 246 | 81.7% | 14,975 | 24,187 | 37,439 |
How Long Does a Yamaha XT350 Last?
Based on 799 Yamaha XT350 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha XT350 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha XT350 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 XT350
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.1% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
75.9% MOT pass rate from 83 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha XT350 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.1% across 79 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha XT350 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha XT350 THIS CAR | 81.0% | 6,014 | 20,213 mi | 41 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 |
| Honda Sh 125 Ad-k | 84.6% | 2,752 | 37,145 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha XT350 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha XT350Should you buy a used Yamaha XT350?
The Yamaha XT350 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.0% across 6,014 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 XT350 are reflector on motorcycle missing (75 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (68), and horn not working (47). 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 XT350 owner drives around 251 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 XT350 models stay on UK roads for around 41 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.