Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)?

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 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)?

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 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)?

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 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 277 vehicles, the 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.5%, 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 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)?

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 09 Sp (mtn890d) (2022)

277 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.5% first-time pass rate

2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)

CarHunch analysed 277 real MOT records for the 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d). Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Yamaha MT-09 SP's 71.1% first-time pass rate sits noticeably below the UK average of 80%, which suggests buyers should expect a slightly higher chance of picking up a fault on their first test. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare—only 2.2% of these bikes have ever had one flagged—so safety-critical issues are not a widespread concern.

At 6,462 miles average and a median of 5,171, these are still relatively fresh machines, so mileage isn't explaining the soft pass rate; instead, the 0.06 average failures per bike point to minor wear items and niggles cropping up earlier than typical. Before buying, ask the seller for their MOT history and budget for routine remedial work, since advisories (0.2 per vehicle) suggest preventive maintenance will be part of ownership.

We have limited data for the 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.06

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 277 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 277 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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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Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,238 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 84.2%

1,042

White 11%

136

Silver 4.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) 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.

5,171

typical

2,777

low mileage

9,157

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d) vehicles fall between 2,777 and 9,157 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,777 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.

✓ 2,777–9,157 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Yamaha Mt 09 Sp (mtn890d)s sit.

⚠ Over 12,361 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.06

Avg failures per vehicle

0.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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