Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Yamaha Ns?

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 2016 Yamaha Ns?

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 2016 Yamaha Ns?

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.

How many 2016 Yamaha Ns vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

34% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Yamaha Ns reliable?

Based on MOT data from 237 vehicles, the 2016 Yamaha Ns has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Yamaha Ns?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Yamaha Ns are: Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (36.1% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (27.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (25.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Yamaha Ns?

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 Ns (2016)

237 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.7% first-time pass rate

2016 Yamaha Ns

CarHunch analysed 237 real MOT records for the 2016 Yamaha Ns. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Yamaha NS matches the UK average pass rate at 79.7%, but the headline concern is that 33.8% of these machines have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable for a bike of this age and mileage, signalling potential safety issues that buyers should take seriously.

These bikes are running just under 9,500 miles on average, which is reasonable for eight-year-old commuters, but the 3.8 advisories per vehicle suggest cumulative wear that needs monitoring. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake condition and safety-critical systems, since the dangerous defect rate here indicates this model has genuine durability weak spots.

We have limited data for the 2016 Yamaha Ns — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.13

Over 4.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 6k–13k

For context

These stats describe 237 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 237 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 36.1%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 27.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 20.2%

Rear reflector missing · Rear Position lamp not working · Headlamp aim too low · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 19.9%

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Exhaust & emissions 17.7%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Suspension & steering 17.4%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Yamaha Ns

Based on MOT data from 237 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33.8% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 913 Yamaha Ns vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 43.7%

399

White 27.1%

247

Silver 17.6%

161

Blue 5.7%

Black 5.4%

Orange 0.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Yamaha Ns 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.

8,943

typical

5,546

low mileage

12,542

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Yamaha Ns vehicles fall between 5,546 and 12,542 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,546 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.

✓ 5,546–12,542 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Yamaha Nss sit.

⚠ Over 16,931 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Yamaha Ns — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 54% of 2016 Yamaha Nss are still active.

87 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 54% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.13

Avg failures per vehicle

3.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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