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Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) reliable? We analysed 4,396 real MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,396 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.3%
Typical Mileage
9,653mi
Annual Mileage
1,918mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C).

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C). Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83%
2022
84.6%
2021
82%
2020
84%
2019
85.7%
2018
84.8%
2017

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 105
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 69

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
750 mi/yr
Typical
1,918 mi/yr
Average
3,814 mi/yr
Heavy usage
4,572 mi/yr

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 206 83.0% 4,137 8,272 17,157
2021 539 84.6% 4,752 9,440 18,602
2020 643 82.0% 7,392 16,931 34,143
2019 795 84.0% 4,178 8,340 16,294
2018 974 85.7% 4,058 8,842 15,726
2017 1,144 84.8% 4,684 9,301 15,642

How Long Does a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Last?

Based on 1,325 Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,653 mi
75th Percentile
18,234 mi
95th Percentile
43,458 mi
Max Recorded
230,077 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C)

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2018

85.7% MOT pass rate from 974 tests

Year to avoid
2020

82.0% MOT pass rate from 643 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.7% across 974 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) THIS CAR 84.3% 4,396 9,653 mi — yrs
Yamaha Yzf R1 86.5% 175,313 16,232 mi 28 yrs
Yamaha FZS600 85% 157,659 22,466 mi 28 yrs
Yamaha XJR1300 88.8% 107,128 16,836 mi 27 yrs
Renault Clio Dynamique 76.1% 2,858 89,476 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C)?

The Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.3% across 4,396 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) owner drives around 1,918 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) reliable?
Based on 4,396 MOT tests, the Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) has a 84.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C)?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) do per year?
The typical Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) does around 1,918 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C)?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C)?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Delight 125 (lts 125-C) is 2018 with a 85.7% pass rate across 974 tests.