Yamaha Banshee (2004)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 32 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,450

£121/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£20

Estimated/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

349cc Petrol

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1,450/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Petrol349cc22 years old32 tests

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 349cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Car rate estimate; vehicles are taxed differently

£20

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,450

Per month£121/mo

Per week£28/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

Reliability Verdict

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data.

91% of MOT tests on Yamaha Banshees from 2004 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 20 years old. That's based on 32 tests across the UK, retests included.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2004 models35th of 470(top 8%)

Rank among Yamaha models13th of 17(bottom half)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2004 models average+19%(72% avg)

vs Yamaha average-1%(92% avg)

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Yamaha Banshee by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2004	91%	32	-
2002	100%	31	-

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About the 2004 Yamaha Banshee

The 2004 Yamaha Banshee is a commercial or specialist vehicle. Our records list a 349cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 32 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 2004 models for MOT pass rate.

2004 Yamaha Banshee Fuel Costs

The modest 349cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a commercial or specialist vehicle. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2004 Yamaha Banshee?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,450 (£121/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2004 Yamaha Banshee

At 22 years old, the Yamaha Banshee is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Rust and Corrosion

Watch out

At 10+ years, check wheel arches, sills, subframe, and brake lines for rust. Structural corrosion is an MOT failure. Prevention is far cheaper than repair.

Suspension Bushings

Watch out

Rubber suspension bushes harden and crack with age, causing knocking noises and vague handling. A full refresh costs £300-£800 depending on the car.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Questions about the 2004 Yamaha Banshee

Is the 2004 Yamaha Banshee reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2004 Yamaha Banshees ended in a pass, from 32 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2004 Yamaha Banshee cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,450 a year (£121 a month): £1,175 fuel, £20 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2004 Yamaha Banshee?

91% of 32 MOT tests on the 2004 Yamaha Banshee ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 35th of 470 models first registered in 2004 (top 8%).