Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs (2018)
2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs
CarHunch analysed 136 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2018 Yamaha YZF R3 ABS has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.5%, which trails the UK average of 80% by a meaningful margin—suggesting these bikes need more attention to maintenance than the typical vehicle. The good news is that only 5.1% have ever recorded a dangerous defect, so safety-critical failures aren't a widespread concern.
The median mileage of 7,230 miles is quite low for a five-year-old bike, indicating these machines aren't being thrashed, yet owners are still averaging 0.47 failures and 1.5 advisories per test. If you're considering one, budget for minor repairs before the MOT and prioritise a full pre-purchase inspection, as the pass rate gap suggests these bikes often have deferred maintenance rather than fundamental engineering problems.
What to check before buying a 2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs
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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 134 | 69% | 0.48 |
| Other (1%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs 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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs vehicles fall between 3,602 and 10,151 miles.
2018 Yamaha Yzf R3 Abs — Still on the Road
65 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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