Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) reliable? We analysed 680 real MOT tests across 458 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A).
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A). Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 69 | 82.6% | 4,673 | 8,767 | 13,329 |
| 2022 | 466 | 80.7% | 4,218 | 9,300 | 13,776 |
| 2021 | 112 | 82.1% | 5,131 | 9,757 | 13,750 |
How Long Does a Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Last?
Based on 458 Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A)
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.6% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
80.7% MOT pass rate from 466 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.6% across 69 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) THIS CAR | 81.0% | 680 | 9,170 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 |
| Honda Civic Inspire S | 68.5% | 438 | 109,676 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.0% across 680 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) 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 R125 (yzf 125-A) owner drives around 3,230 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.