Yamaha YP1 25R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha YP1 25R car check
Is the Yamaha YP1 25R reliable? We analysed 713 real MOT tests across 178 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha YP1 25R is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha YP1 25R.
Yamaha YP1 25R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha YP1 25R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha YP1 25R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha YP1 25R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha YP1 25R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha YP1 25R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha YP1 25R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha YP1 25R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha YP1 25R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha YP1 25R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 60 | 76.7% | 3,775 | 8,806 | 14,484 |
| 2002 | 95 | 71.6% | 6,964 | 11,820 | 16,061 |
| 2001 | 110 | 77.3% | 7,370 | 13,578 | 20,080 |
| 2000 | 167 | 71.9% | 7,274 | 11,410 | 17,538 |
| 1999 | 144 | 72.2% | 8,322 | 12,708 | 16,628 |
How Long Does a Yamaha YP1 25R Last?
Based on 178 Yamaha YP1 25R vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha YP1 25R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha YP1 25R 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 YP1 25R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.3% MOT pass rate from 110 tests
71.6% MOT pass rate from 95 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha YP1 25R is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.3% across 110 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha YP1 25R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha YP1 25R THIS CAR | 73.2% | 713 | 12,584 mi | 27 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 Transit 100 T280 FWD | 80.4% | 1,063 | 125,496 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha YP1 25R trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha YP1 25R has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.2% across 713 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Yamaha YP1 25R are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (39 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (32), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (29). 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 YP1 25R owner drives around 1,168 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 YP1 25R models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.