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

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 Yp?

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 Yp?

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.

How many 2016 Yamaha Yp vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Yamaha Yp reliable?

Based on MOT data from 409 vehicles, the 2016 Yamaha Yp has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.2%, 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 Yp?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Yamaha Yp are: Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (37% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (32.9% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (25.1% 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 Yp?

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 Yp (2016)

409 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Yamaha Yp

CarHunch analysed 409 real MOT records for the 2016 Yamaha Yp. 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. 409 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Yamaha YP passes its MOT first time 86% of the time, a solid 6 percentage points above the UK average—but the 33% dangerous defect rate is a real concern and suggests this model has inherent structural or safety issues that buyers should factor into their decision. This is a scooter that will likely need attention when it does fail.

At just over 14,000 miles median, these machines are lightly used for their age, yet they still rack up an average of 3.3 advisories per test, indicating wear or design quirks that accumulate quickly. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on whatever defects keep appearing in MOT records—the pattern will tell you exactly what breaks on this model.

The 2016 Yamaha Yp has a decent first-time pass rate (86.2%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

86.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

33%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.89

Over 5.5 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 9k–23k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.2% 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 3.3 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 409 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 409 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 37%

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

Tyre wear 32.9%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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.

Suspension & steering 13.8%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

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

Lighting 11.1%

Headlamp not working on dipped beam

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

Exhaust & emissions 10.7%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Yamaha Yp

Based on MOT data from 409 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 33% 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 1,181 Yamaha Yp vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 51%

602

White 28.8%

340

Black 19.8%

234

Blue 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Yamaha Yp 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.

14,413

typical

8,681

low mileage

22,808

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Yamaha Yp vehicles fall between 8,681 and 22,808 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,681 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.

✓ 8,681–22,808 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Yamaha Yps sit.

⚠ Over 30,790 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 Yp — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 59% of 2016 Yamaha Yps are still active.

188 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.89

Avg failures per vehicle

3.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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