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YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED (2001)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 41 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

100%

Total Tests (2024)

41

Avg Mileage

11,174 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,240

Is the 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the YAMAHA brand average of 92%.

At 23 years old, 100% of YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIEDs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 41 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 11,174 miles.

How does the 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 2001 cars2nd out of 362(top 1%)
Rank among all YAMAHA models5th out of 36(top 14%)
vs national average+18% (82% avg)
vs 2001 cars average+27% (73% avg)
vs YAMAHA average+8% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED has 11,174 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-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 UNCLASSIFIED?

The most reliable year is the 2006 model with a 100% MOT pass rate, while the 2015 model has the lowest at 79%. The 2001 sits between the two at 100%.

How much does a 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 348cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,240
Per month£103/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202196%1132,967 mi
202093%1173,576 mi
201988%1123,926 mi
201896%1183,445 mi
201797%1105,908 mi
201692%1575,396 mi
201579%1444,213 mi
201497%1265,279 mi
201395%755,394 mi
201282%495,019 mi
201195%416,017 mi
200993%435,206 mi
200892%1607,155 mi
200795%1475,974 mi
2006100%1277,554 mi
200584%324,640 mi
2004100%666,867 mi
200352%488,382 mi
2001100%4111,174 mi

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About the 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

The 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED is a city car with a 348cc petrol engine. 41 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 1% of all 2001 cars for reliability.

With an average of 11,174 miles at 23 years old, YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED 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.

2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The modest 348cc 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 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,240 (£103/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

Older YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIEDs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 5 percentage points across model years.

Buying a Used 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

At 23 years old, the YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED 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 100%. Note: with only 41 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2001 YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED

The YAMAHA UNCLASSIFIED is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: