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

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 Xjr?

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 Xjr?

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 2016 Yamaha Xjr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 138 vehicles, the 2016 Yamaha Xjr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4%, 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 Xjr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Yamaha Xjr are: Exhaust noisy (76.3% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.2% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (24.4% 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 Xjr?

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 Xjr (2016)

138 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.4% first-time pass rate

2016 Yamaha Xjr

CarHunch analysed 138 real MOT records for the 2016 Yamaha Xjr. 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 XJR is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4% against the national benchmark of 80%. The 15.9% dangerous defect rate is moderate and not a major concern, suggesting these machines are fundamentally sound.

These bikes have covered relatively low mileage for their age—a median of just 5,451 miles—which explains why they're passing MOTs so readily and averaging only 0.49 failures per vehicle. Focus your pre-purchase inspection on the advisory items (averaging 1.8 per bike), which typically point to wear items like tyres, chains, and brake pads rather than structural problems.

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

⚠️ 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

93.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

15.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.49

Over 6.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 138 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 138 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 76.3%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 28.2%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

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

Lighting 19.8%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too high · …

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

Other issues 16%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Suspension & steering 8.4%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · 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.

Brake wear 7.6%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake binding but not excessively · Nearside 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.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Yamaha Xjr

Based on MOT data from 138 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.9% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Yamaha Xjr 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.

5,451

typical

3,430

low mileage

9,259

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Yamaha Xjr vehicles fall between 3,430 and 9,259 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,430 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.

✓ 3,430–9,259 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Yamaha Xjrs sit.

⚠ Over 12,499 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 Xjr — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Yamaha Xjrs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 113 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

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

6.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.49

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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