Yamaha X-city 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha X-city 125 car check
Is the Yamaha X-city 125 reliable? We analysed 1,248 real MOT tests across 160 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha X-city 125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha X-city 125.
Yamaha X-city 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha X-city 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha X-city 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha X-city 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha X-city 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha X-city 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha X-city 125 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha X-city 125 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha X-city 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha X-city 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha X-city 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha X-city 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 73 | 76.7% | 7,632 | 13,794 | 25,182 |
| 2011 | 106 | 84.9% | 11,212 | 20,132 | 32,894 |
| 2010 | 271 | 80.8% | 9,702 | 16,136 | 22,772 |
| 2009 | 266 | 80.1% | 5,392 | 12,211 | 20,272 |
| 2008 | 410 | 80.0% | 5,823 | 10,559 | 17,260 |
| 2007 | 114 | 81.6% | 10,680 | 14,873 | 19,592 |
How Long Does a Yamaha X-city 125 Last?
Based on 160 Yamaha X-city 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha X-city 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha X-city 125 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 X-city 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.9% MOT pass rate from 106 tests
76.7% MOT pass rate from 73 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha X-city 125 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.9% across 106 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha X-city 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha X-city 125 THIS CAR | 80.7% | 1,248 | 13,575 mi | 19 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 |
| BMW 318D M Sport | 82.2% | 2,445 | 102,260 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha X-city 125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha X-city 125Should you buy a used Yamaha X-city 125?
The Yamaha X-city 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.7% across 1,248 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 X-city 125 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (46 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (30), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (17). 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.
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 X-city 125 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 X-city 125 owner drives around 1,610 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 X-city 125 models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.