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YAMAHA YFM (2006)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 33 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

100%

Total Tests (2024)

33

Avg Mileage

2,194 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,240

Is the 2006 YAMAHA YFM 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 18 years old, 100% of YAMAHA YFMs from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 33 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 2,194 miles.

How does the 2006 YAMAHA YFM compare?

Rank among all 2006 cars3rd out of 575(top 1%)
Rank among all YAMAHA models9th out of 36(top 25%)
vs national average+18% (82% avg)
vs 2006 cars average+27% (73% avg)
vs YAMAHA average+8% (92% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2006 YAMAHA YFM has 2,194 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.

How much does a 2006 YAMAHA YFM cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 400cc)
£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 YFM by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200884%376,658 mi
2006100%332,194 mi

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About the 2006 YAMAHA YFM

The 2006 YAMAHA YFM is a city car with a 400cc petrol engine. 33 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 1% of all 2006 cars for reliability.

With an average of 2,194 miles at 18 years old, YAMAHA YFM 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.

2006 YAMAHA YFM Fuel Costs

The modest 400cc 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 2006 YAMAHA YFM?

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.

Buying a Used 2006 YAMAHA YFM

At 18 years old, the YAMAHA YFM 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 33 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2006 YAMAHA YFM

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