Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

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 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

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 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

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 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N reliable?

Based on MOT data from 357 vehicles, the 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88%, 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 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N?

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 Xj 6 N (2010)

357 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88% first-time pass rate

2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N

CarHunch analysed 357 real MOT records for the 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 357 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2010 Yamaha XJ6 N has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75%, which is 5 percentage points below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are slightly more prone to test failures than average. The dangerous defect rate sits at 14.8%, which is manageable but worth noting—roughly one in seven of these machines have shown a serious safety issue at some point.

These bikes typically show 14,074 miles on the clock at test, which is reasonable for their age, yet they average 1.09 failures and 3.6 advisories per vehicle, pointing to wear in brakes, suspension, and electrical systems rather than catastrophic problems. If you're considering one, budget for some preventative maintenance—chain, brake pads, and fluid checks should be your first inspection points.

The 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (88% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

88%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.09

Over 8.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 8k–24k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 88% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 357 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 357 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.9% 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 →
📄 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 (94%)	337	87.6%	1.13

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,337 Yamaha Xj 6 N vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 37.1%

496

White 29.4%

393

Red 16.3%

218

Yellow 10.8%

145

Grey 6.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N 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.

14,074

typical

8,147

low mileage

23,692

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N vehicles fall between 8,147 and 23,692 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,147 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.

✓ 8,147–23,692 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 Ns sit.

⚠ Over 31,984 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Yamaha Xj 6 N — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 54% of 2010 Yamaha Xj 6 Ns are still active.

132 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 2014–2025.
* 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

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.09

Avg failures per vehicle

3.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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