Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star reliable? We analysed 4,392 real MOT tests across 460 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,065 | 91.6% | 5,558 | 9,683 | 14,840 |
| 2012 | 932 | 90.9% | 5,294 | 9,785 | 15,788 |
| 2011 | 579 | 90.5% | 4,945 | 8,664 | 15,846 |
| 2010 | 773 | 89.8% | 5,437 | 9,776 | 17,060 |
| 2009 | 948 | 88.6% | 6,194 | 11,290 | 17,829 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Last?
Based on 460 Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star 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 Xvs 950 A Midnight Star
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.6% MOT pass rate from 1,065 tests
88.6% MOT pass rate from 948 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 1,065 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star THIS CAR | 90.4% | 4,392 | 9,971 mi | 17 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 |
| Volvo XC40 R-design B4 MHEV AWD Auto | 93.5% | 2,497 | 30,276 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Xvs 950 A Midnight Star has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.4% across 4,392 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 Xvs 950 A Midnight Star are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (33 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (14), and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (10). 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.
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 Xvs 950 A Midnight Star 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 Xvs 950 A Midnight Star owner drives around 757 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 Xvs 950 A Midnight Star models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.