Yamaha Xt125r MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 151 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 43.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Yamaha Xt125r MOT Reliability Overview
The Yamaha Xt125r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 151 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 57.0% and a failure rate of 43.0%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Yamaha Xt125r earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Yamaha Xt125r presents for MOT with approximately 7,916 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 56.6%, while 2005 models have the lowest at 43.8%. This 12.8 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Yamaha Xt125r is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 40.4% 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 lighting and signalling at 39.1%. Motorcycle structure and attachments rounds out the top three at 15.2%. 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
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 Lighting And Signalling | 52.3% | 79 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 42.4% | 64 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 15.9% | 24 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 15.9% | 24 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 15.2% | 23 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 10.6% | 16 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 7.3% | 11 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 6.6% | 10 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Steering | 6.0% | 9 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 5.3% | 8 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 3.3% | 5 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.0% | 3 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Tyres | 2.0% | 3 |
| 14 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.3% | 2 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.3% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 7,916 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 lighting and signalling | 66.09 | 52.3% | 79 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 53.54 | 42.4% | 64 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 20.08 | 15.9% | 24 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 20.08 | 15.9% | 24 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 19.24 | 15.2% | 23 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 13.39 | 10.6% | 16 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 9.20 | 7.3% | 11 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 8.37 | 6.6% | 10 |
| Motorcycle steering | 7.53 | 6.0% | 9 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 6.69 | 5.3% | 8 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 4.18 | 3.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.51 | 2.0% | 3 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 2.51 | 2.0% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.67 | 1.3% | 2 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.67 | 1.3% | 2 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Yamaha Xt125r has 7,916 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 Xt125r has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 54.32% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Yamaha Xt125r MOT Data
The Yamaha Xt125r is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 151 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 2 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 57.0% and a failure rate of 43.0%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Yamaha Xt125r owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lighting and signalling 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 Xt125r is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 40.4% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 40.4% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xt125r. 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 lighting and signalling — 39.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 39.1% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xt125r. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle structure and attachments — 15.2% of failures
Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 15.2% of MOT failures on the Yamaha Xt125r. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Yamaha Xt125r?
Based on 151 MOT tests in our database, the Yamaha Xt125r has an overall pass rate of 57.0% (43.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xt125r?
The top 3 reasons a Yamaha Xt125r fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (40.4%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (39.1%), 3. Motorcycle structure and attachments (15.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Yamaha Xt125r reliable?
With a 43.0% MOT failure rate, the Xt125r is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Yamaha Xt125r?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (40.4%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (39.1%); Motorcycle structure and attachments (15.2%). 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.