Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Yamaha Xt?

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 2014 Yamaha Xt?

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 2014 Yamaha Xt?

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 2014 Yamaha Xt reliable?

Based on MOT data from 319 vehicles, the 2014 Yamaha Xt has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Yamaha Xt?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Yamaha Xt are: Exhaust noisy (35.1% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (27% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (24.9% 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 2014 Yamaha Xt?

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 Xt (2014)

319 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.8% first-time pass rate

2014 Yamaha Xt

CarHunch analysed 319 real MOT records for the 2014 Yamaha Xt. 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. 319 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2014 Yamaha XT is a genuinely reliable motorcycle, passing its MOT on the first attempt 93.8% of the time—well above the UK average of 80%—and only 13.8% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuring. Most examples are running modest mileage for their age (median 15,567 miles), suggesting these are well-maintained machines rather than heavily thrashed commuters.

When failures do occur, they're infrequent (0.51 per vehicle on average), and the 2.1 advisories per test point to minor wear rather than structural problems. If you're looking at one, check the service history and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the fuel system and electrics, as these tend to be the weak points on ageing Yamahas—but overall, this is a solid bike to buy with confidence.

The 2014 Yamaha Xt passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.8% 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

93.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.51

Over 7.2 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 9k–24k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.8% 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 2.1 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 319 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 319 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 35.1%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 27%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

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

Brake wear 16.5%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 13.3%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp aim too low · …

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

Suspension & steering 7.6%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 5.7%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Before you buy a 2014 Yamaha Xt

Based on MOT data from 319 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.8% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,297 Yamaha Xt vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 29.4%

381

Blue 28.8%

373

Black 15%

194

Grey 12.5%

162

Silver 7.9%

102

Red 4%

Green 1.4%

Brown 0.4%

Multi-colour 0.4%

Yellow 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Yamaha Xt 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.

15,567

typical

8,708

low mileage

23,991

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Yamaha Xt vehicles fall between 8,708 and 23,991 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,708 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.

✓ 8,708–23,991 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Yamaha Xts sit.

⚠ Over 32,387 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Yamaha Xt — Still on the Road

Most 2014 Yamaha Xts are still being driven.

190 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

7.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.51

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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