Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)?

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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)?

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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)?

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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 196 vehicles, the 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 96.8%, 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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)?

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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) (2020)

196 real MOT outcomes analysed • 96.8% first-time pass rate

2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)

CarHunch analysed 196 real MOT records for the 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A). 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 Tracer 700 achieves an 86% first-time pass rate, which sits 6 percentage points above the UK average—a solid result that reflects good baseline reliability. Dangerous defects are rare, appearing in just 2.5% of vehicles tested, so safety concerns aren't a red flag for this cohort.

These bikes are running relatively light at a median of 7,672 miles, which makes the high pass rate even more meaningful as a true reliability indicator rather than a sign of gentle use. With only 0.1 failures per vehicle on average and just 0.6 advisories, this model demands minimal intervention—if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on service history and cosmetic condition rather than structural wear.

We have limited data for the 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

96.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 2.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–11k

For context

These stats describe 196 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 196 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	191	96.8%	0.1

Mileage Distribution

Most 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) 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.

7,672

typical

4,065

low mileage

11,223

high mileage

Half of all 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) vehicles fall between 4,065 and 11,223 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,065 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.

✓ 4,065–11,223 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)s sit.

⚠ Over 15,151 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 Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A) — Still on the Road

Almost all 2020 Yamaha Tracer 700 (mtt 690 A)s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 141 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% 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

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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