Yamaha Yfm Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha Yfm car check
Is the Yamaha Yfm reliable? We analysed 1,160 real MOT tests across 251 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Yfm is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include registration plate missing, direction indicator not working and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Yfm.
Yamaha Yfm Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Yfm. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Yfm MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Yfm to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Yfm Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha Yfm fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha Yfm Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Yfm models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Yfm Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Yfm owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Yfm MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Yfm year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 86 | 87.2% | 700 | 2,692 | 4,897 |
| 2010 | 56 | 92.9% | 1,043 | 3,378 | 9,335 |
| 2008 | 127 | 89.8% | 1,138 | 2,332 | 4,004 |
| 2007 | 202 | 86.1% | 1,997 | 4,505 | 8,710 |
| 2006 | 143 | 85.3% | 726 | 2,557 | 4,639 |
| 2005 | 136 | 82.4% | 500 | 1,734 | 7,100 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Yfm Last?
Based on 251 Yamaha Yfm vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Yfm Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Yfm 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 Yfm
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.9% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 136 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Yfm is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 56 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Yfm Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Yfm THIS CAR | 87.2% | 1,160 | 2,711 mi | 21 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 |
| Mclaren 600LT V8 S-a | 96% | 1,532 | 9,719 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Yfm outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha YfmShould you buy a used Yamaha Yfm?
The Yamaha Yfm has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 1,160 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 Yfm are registration plate missing (9 recorded failures), direction indicator not working (8), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (7). 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 parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Yfm 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 Yfm owner drives around 277 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 Yfm models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.