Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 117 vehicles, the 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Mt 03 Abs (2020)

117 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96% first-time pass rate

2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs

CarHunch analysed 117 real MOT records for the 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2020 Yamaha MT-03 ABS has a first-time pass rate of 83.7%, which sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting reliable mechanicals overall. Dangerous defects are rare at just 2.6% of vehicles, so safety concerns shouldn't weigh heavily on your decision.

At 6,075 miles on average, these bikes are still run in and relatively lightly used for their age, which tracks with the low failure rate of 0.14 per vehicle. The modest advisory count of 0.7 per bike points to minor wear items rather than systemic issues—when you're shopping, prioritise checking the service history and battery condition rather than expecting major work.

We have limited data for the 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 2.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–9k

For context

These stats describe 117 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 117 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

4,354

typical

2,302

low mileage

8,582

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs vehicles fall between 2,302 and 8,582 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,302 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 2,302–8,582 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 11,585 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abs — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Yamaha Mt 03 Abss are still on the road.

Strong survival — 82 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.14

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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