Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs (2018)
2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs
CarHunch analysed 136 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Yamaha MT-09 Tracer ABS passes its MOT at 83.6%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and only 7.3% of these bikes have ever recorded a dangerous defect—a reassuring baseline for reliability. That said, the median CarHunch score of 55 suggests this isn't a particularly robust performer in the wider scheme of things, so it's not a standout.
With a median mileage of just 10,531 miles for a six-year-old bike, these are relatively low-use machines, which partly explains the decent pass rate; the 1.1 advisories per vehicle indicate minor wear items rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully to ensure routine maintenance has kept pace with the light mileage, as neglected bikes with low miles can harbour hidden issues.
What to check before buying a 2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (97%) | 132 | 83.1% | 0.24 |
| Other (3%) | 4 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs vehicles fall between 6,374 and 15,007 miles.
2018 Yamaha Mt 09 Tracer Abs — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 98 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 92% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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