Yamaha Yp Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha Yp reliable? We analysed 7,025 real MOT tests across 1,193 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha Yp is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Yp.
Yamaha Yp Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha Yp. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha Yp MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha Yp to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha Yp Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Yp models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha Yp Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha Yp owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha Yp MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Yp year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 380 | 88.2% | 5,474 | 9,853 | 18,283 |
| 2016 | 2,287 | 83.9% | 8,020 | 13,655 | 22,919 |
| 2015 | 1,653 | 82.7% | 9,421 | 16,266 | 26,591 |
| 2014 | 1,960 | 82.0% | 9,191 | 15,953 | 26,116 |
| 2013 | 500 | 83.0% | 7,926 | 14,909 | 23,503 |
How Long Does a Yamaha Yp Last?
Based on 1,193 Yamaha Yp vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha Yp Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Yp 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 Yp
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.2% MOT pass rate from 380 tests
82.0% MOT pass rate from 1,960 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha Yp is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.2% across 380 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha Yp Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha Yp THIS CAR | 83.2% | 7,025 | 14,621 mi | 13 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 |
| Ford Fiesta Trend Turbo MHEV | 89.2% | 7,968 | 23,715 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Yp trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha Yp has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.2% across 7,025 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Yp 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 Yp owner drives around 2,032 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 Yp models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.