Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)?

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 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)?

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 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)?

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 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 653 vehicles, the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 97.4%, 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 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)?

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 9 GT (mtt 890d) (2021)

653 real MOT outcomes analysed • 97.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)

CarHunch analysed 653 real MOT records for the 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d). Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 TRACER 9 GT is a genuinely reliable motorcycle, passing its MOT on the first attempt 91.1% of the time—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 1.7% ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. This is a bike built to last, not a problem child.

At just under 10,000 miles on average, these machines are still quite new to the used market, and owners are clearly looking after them: only 0.07 failures per vehicle tells you mechanical issues are rare, while 0.3 advisories per vehicle suggests minor wear items are the only realistic concern. If you're shopping for one, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake fluid condition and cable wear will cover 90% of what matters—everything else usually checks out fine.

The 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (97.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

97.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.07

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 6k–13k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 97.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 653 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 653 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.7% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (96%)	627	97.4%	0.07

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,240 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 44.8%

1,004

Red 28.2%

631

Green 13.8%

308

White 8.2%

184

Grey 2.5%

Silver 2.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) 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.

8,759

typical

5,511

low mileage

13,012

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d) vehicles fall between 5,511 and 13,012 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,511 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.

✓ 5,511–13,012 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Yamaha Tracer 9 GT (mtt 890d)s sit.

⚠ Over 17,566 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

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.07

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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