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Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha X-max 125 Abs reliable? We analysed 3,876 real MOT tests across 941 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,876 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
85.2%
Typical Mileage
20,188mi
Annual Mileage
4,257mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha X-max 125 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha X-max 125 Abs.

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.8%
2020
86%
2019
85.6%
2018
84.1%
2017

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha X-max 125 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 125
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 87
Tyre tread not clearly visible 16

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
1,894 mi/yr
Typical
4,257 mi/yr
Average
6,741 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,233 mi/yr

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha X-max 125 Abs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 881 85.8% 12,262 23,392 40,613
2019 651 86.0% 10,801 19,484 34,268
2018 1,303 85.6% 10,400 19,420 34,287
2017 957 84.1% 9,702 17,859 29,930

How Long Does a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Last?

Based on 941 Yamaha X-max 125 Abs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.3 years
Median
5.0 years

Yamaha X-max 125 Abs Mileage Distribution

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

Median
20,188 mi
75th Percentile
34,698 mi
95th Percentile
66,804 mi
Max Recorded
174,446 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha X-max 125 Abs

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

Best year
2019

86.0% MOT pass rate from 651 tests

Year to avoid
2017

84.1% MOT pass rate from 957 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha X-max 125 Abs is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.0% across 651 tests. The 2017 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.1% — 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-max 125 Abs Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha X-max 125 Abs THIS CAR 85.2% 3,876 20,188 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
Ford Transit Connect 220LEADER Eblu 81.4% 1,990 57,532 mi — yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha X-max 125 Abs sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha X-max 125 Abs?

The Yamaha X-max 125 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.2% across 3,876 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 X-max 125 Abs 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-max 125 Abs owner drives around 4,257 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 X-max 125 Abs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha X-max 125 Abs reliable?
Based on 3,876 MOT tests, the Yamaha X-max 125 Abs has a 85.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs do per year?
The typical Yamaha X-max 125 Abs does around 4,257 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha X-max 125 Abs?
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 X-max 125 Abs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha X-max 125 Abs is 2019 with a 86.0% pass rate across 651 tests.