Yamaha Nxc125 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 19,400 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 21.4%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Nxc125 MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Nxc125 is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 19,400 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 12 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Nxc125 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Nxc125 presents for MOT with approximately 17,060 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2013 models achieve the highest pass rate at 81.8%, while 2004 models have the lowest at 74.8%. This 7.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Nxc125 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 16.4% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle tyres and wheels at 10.4%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 7.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 9 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Yamaha Nxc125 vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Yamaha Nxc125. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 17 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Yamaha Nxc125 shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 25% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 13 (24.9% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 17.4% | 3,382 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 11.0% | 2,137 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 7.7% | 1,487 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 5.6% | 1,093 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 3.6% | 691 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.5% | 478 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.2% | 430 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.3% | 247 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.6% | 122 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.6% | 122 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.6% | 114 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.6% | 109 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.3% | 64 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 39 |
| 15 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 36 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,060 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 10.22 | 17.4% | 3,382 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 6.46 | 11.0% | 2,137 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.49 | 7.7% | 1,487 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 3.30 | 5.6% | 1,093 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.09 | 3.6% | 691 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 1.44 | 2.5% | 478 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.30 | 2.2% | 430 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.75 | 1.3% | 247 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.37 | 0.6% | 122 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.37 | 0.6% | 122 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.34 | 0.6% | 114 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.33 | 0.6% | 109 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.19 | 0.3% | 64 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.12 | 0.2% | 39 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.11 | 0.2% | 36 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Nxc125 has 17,060 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Yamaha Nxc125 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 12.54% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Nxc125 MOT Data
The Yamaha Nxc125 is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 19,400 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 12 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.6% and a failure rate of 21.4%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Nxc125 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle tyres and wheels for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Nxc125 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 16.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 16.4% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Nxc125. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 10.4% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 10.4% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Nxc125. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 7.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 7.1% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Nxc125. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Nxc125?
Based on 19,400 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Nxc125 has an overall pass rate of 78.6% (21.4% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Nxc125?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Nxc125 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (16.4%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.4%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (7.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Nxc125 reliable?
With a 21.4% MOT failure rate, the Nxc125 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Nxc125?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (16.4%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (10.4%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (7.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.