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2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Yzf R125 Abs models manufactured in 2017, based on 1,801 real MOT test results.

78.1%
Pass Rate
21.9%
Fail Rate
1,801
Total Tests
11,757
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs MOT Analysis

The 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,801 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,757 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 2017 Yzf R125 Abs is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs is Motorcycle structure and attachments, responsible for 3.8% of failures. 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 range from £100–400. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 3.4%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 3.2%.

Top failures specific to 2017 models only. The overall Yzf R125 Abs page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle structure and attachments 3.8%
Motorcycle brakes 3.4%
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 3.2%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Structure And Attachments3.8%68
2Motorcycle Brakes3.4%62
3Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors3.2%57
4Motorcycle Steering1.3%24
5Motorcycle Tyres1.1%19
6Motorcycle Suspension1.0%18
7Identification Of The Vehicle0.3%5
8Motorcycle Wheels0.2%4
9Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn)0.1%2
10Non-component Advisories0.1%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 11,757 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle structure and attachments3.21% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes2.93% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors2.69% per 10K miMotorcycle steering1.13% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.90% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension0.85% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle0.24% per 10K miMotorcycle wheels0.19% per 10K miMotorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.09% per 10K miNon-component advisories0.05% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle structure and attachments3.213.8%68
Motorcycle brakes2.933.4%62
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors2.693.2%57
Motorcycle steering1.131.3%24
Motorcycle tyres0.901.1%19
Motorcycle suspension0.851.0%18
Identification of the vehicle0.240.3%5
Motorcycle wheels0.190.2%4
Motorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.090.1%2
Non-component advisories0.050.1%1

Mileage Statistics

11,757
Mean
5,450
Median
2,249
25th Percentile
12,311
75th Percentile
18.63% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs has an MOT pass rate of 78.1% based on 1,801 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,757 miles on the odometer. With a 21.9% failure rate, the 2017 Yzf R125 Abs is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle structure and attachments: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 11,757 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 3.8% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 3.8% of MOT failures on 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs models. 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.

Motorcycle brakes — 3.4% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 3.4% of MOT failures on 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs models. 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 lamps and reflectors — 3.2% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 3.2% of MOT failures on 2017 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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