Yamaha TDR125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha TDR125 car check
Is the Yamaha TDR125 reliable? We analysed 1,983 real MOT tests across 369 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha TDR125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha TDR125.
Yamaha TDR125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha TDR125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha TDR125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha TDR125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha TDR125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha TDR125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha TDR125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha TDR125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha TDR125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha TDR125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 290 | 76.2% | 9,102 | 16,380 | 24,297 |
| 2006 | 223 | 78.9% | 6,925 | 13,380 | 21,206 |
| 2004 | 61 | 62.3% | 13,283 | 21,379 | 30,670 |
| 2003 | 90 | 76.7% | 15,980 | 24,254 | 32,225 |
| 2002 | 101 | 78.2% | 19,408 | 27,620 | 36,028 |
| 2001 | 58 | 74.1% | 18,429 | 25,439 | 30,595 |
| 2000 | 104 | 75.0% | 13,744 | 23,361 | 36,587 |
| 1999 | 53 | 79.2% | 21,542 | 26,450 | 31,660 |
| 1998 | 102 | 80.4% | 12,023 | 25,201 | 38,803 |
| 1997 | 50 | 82.0% | 11,613 | 22,185 | 27,201 |
| 1996 | 103 | 75.7% | 11,185 | 17,223 | 27,384 |
| 1995 | 161 | 78.3% | 10,695 | 16,027 | 24,081 |
| 1994 | 100 | 77.0% | 8,598 | 23,430 | 29,364 |
| 1993 | 160 | 73.1% | 14,550 | 18,137 | 29,440 |
| 1992 | 64 | 67.2% | 22,188 | 27,400 | 33,854 |
How Long Does a Yamaha TDR125 Last?
Based on 369 Yamaha TDR125 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha TDR125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha TDR125 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 TDR125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
62.3% MOT pass rate from 61 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha TDR125 is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.0% across 50 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha TDR125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha TDR125 THIS CAR | 76.2% | 1,983 | 20,490 mi | 34 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 |
| Land Rover Discovery Sport Urbn ED PHEV A | 85.4% | 1,692 | 30,256 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha TDR125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha TDR125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 1,983 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha TDR125 are reflector on motorcycle missing (34 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (32), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (31). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Yamaha TDR125 owner drives around 842 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.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha TDR125 models stay on UK roads for around 34 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.