Yamaha Ybr Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Ybr car check
Is the Yamaha Ybr reliable? We analysed 30,681 real MOT tests across 5,003 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Ybr is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Ybr.
Yamaha Ybr Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Ybr. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Ybr MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Ybr to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Ybr Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Ybr fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Ybr Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Ybr models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Ybr Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Ybr owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Ybr MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Ybr year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 744 | 82.8% | 4,646 | 8,807 | 14,792 |
| 2016 | 5,761 | 80.5% | 4,557 | 8,731 | 14,660 |
| 2015 | 6,886 | 80.0% | 5,012 | 9,641 | 15,986 |
| 2014 | 8,605 | 78.9% | 5,765 | 10,573 | 17,188 |
| 2013 | 3,259 | 78.0% | 5,480 | 10,264 | 16,673 |
| 2012 | 896 | 78.5% | 5,901 | 10,224 | 16,609 |
| 2011 | 1,000 | 78.9% | 4,839 | 9,958 | 16,802 |
| 2010 | 878 | 77.0% | 5,400 | 10,634 | 17,176 |
| 2009 | 913 | 78.2% | 5,452 | 10,304 | 16,876 |
| 2008 | 527 | 77.6% | 5,268 | 10,615 | 18,335 |
| 2007 | 533 | 77.3% | 5,889 | 10,439 | 18,311 |
| 2006 | 332 | 73.8% | 7,210 | 12,038 | 19,505 |
| 2005 | 160 | 76.3% | 5,261 | 12,042 | 21,317 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Ybr Last?
Based on 5,003 Yamaha Ybr vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Ybr Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Ybr 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 Ybr
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.8% MOT pass rate from 744 tests
73.8% MOT pass rate from 332 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Ybr is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.8% across 744 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Ybr Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Ybr THIS CAR | 79.2% | 30,681 | 9,933 mi | 19 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 |
| Vauxhall Vivaro 2900 Sportive S/s | 79.1% | 33,679 | 60,638 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Ybr trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Ybr has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.2% across 30,681 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 154 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 Ybr 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 Ybr owner drives around 1,128 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 Ybr models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.