Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 251 vehicles, the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.9%, 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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)?

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 Xsr 700 (mtm690) (2022)

251 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.9% first-time pass rate

2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)

CarHunch analysed 251 real MOT records for the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690). Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Yamaha XSR 700 passes its MOT first time in 82.1% of cases, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are vanishingly rare at under 1%. This is a fundamentally sound bike with no structural reliability red flags for buyers to worry about.

At just under 3,900 miles on the median, these bikes are barely run-in, yet they're already accumulating minor issues—averaging 0.3 advisories per vehicle and the occasional failure (0.08 per bike). If you're buying one, check the service history carefully and budget for preventive maintenance on items flagged as advisories, since even low-mileage examples show signs of wear typical of motorcycles used inconsistently.

We have limited data for the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

0.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.08

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–6k

For context

These stats describe 251 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 251 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.8% 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 (100%)	250	95.9%	0.08

Colour Breakdown

Based on 711 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 57.7%

410

Black 27.8%

198

Silver 10.8%

Blue 3.7%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) 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.

3,879

typical

2,088

low mileage

6,458

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690) vehicles fall between 2,088 and 6,458 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,088 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.

✓ 2,088–6,458 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Yamaha Xsr 700 (mtm690)s sit.

⚠ Over 8,718 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.08

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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