Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890) (2022)
2022 Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890)
CarHunch analysed 212 real MOT records for the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890). This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 Yamaha XSR 900 posts a first-time pass rate of 70.5%, which sits 9.5 percentage points below the UK average of 80%—a meaningful gap that suggests this model encounters more teething issues than typical motorcycles at this age. The dangerous defect rate of 1.9% is reassuringly low, so safety isn't the concern here; the weaker pass rate appears driven by minor issues rather than serious faults.
At a median mileage of 4,631 miles, these bikes are lightly used for their age, which makes the relatively high failure count more telling—it points to design or build-related niggles rather than wear-and-tear. With just 0.08 failures and 0.2 advisories per vehicle on average, the problems are minor and scattered, so focus your pre-purchase inspection on the electrical system and any fluid leaks rather than structural damage.
What to check before buying a 2022 Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890)
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890) vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2022 Yamaha Xsr 900 (mtm890) vehicles fall between 3,127 and 6,778 miles.
MOT History Averages
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