YAMAHA RAPTOR (2011)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
53%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
10,067 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,740
Is the 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 29 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the YAMAHA brand average of 92%.
At 13 years old, 53% of YAMAHA RAPTORs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 10,067 miles.
How does the 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR has 10,067 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a YAMAHA RAPTOR?
The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2011 sits between the two at 53%.
How much does a 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
YAMAHA RAPTOR by Year
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About the 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR
The 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR is a city car with a 1000cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2011 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 10,067 miles at 13 years old, YAMAHA RAPTOR owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR Fuel Costs
The modest 1000cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,740 (£145/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 53% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
YAMAHA RAPTOR Reliability Trend
Older YAMAHA RAPTORs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 4 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR
At 13 years old, the YAMAHA RAPTOR 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2006 model has the highest pass rate at 93%. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2011 YAMAHA RAPTOR
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VAUXHALL CORSA (2012) 76% pass rate (+23%) from 138,265 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2011) 75% pass rate (+22%) from 79,721 tests
- PEUGEOT 208 (2013) 75% pass rate (+22%) from 60,179 tests
- PEUGEOT 207 (2010) 70% pass rate (+17%) from 50,375 tests