Yamaha XT225 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha XT225 car check
Is the Yamaha XT225 reliable? We analysed 2,545 real MOT tests across 247 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha XT225 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include wheel bearings have excessive free play, wheel bearings have excessive free play and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha XT225.
Yamaha XT225 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha XT225. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha XT225 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha XT225 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha XT225 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha XT225 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha XT225 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha XT225 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha XT225 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha XT225 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 104 | 89.4% | 3,876 | 12,732 | 26,041 |
| 2004 | 175 | 86.9% | 8,037 | 14,748 | 18,098 |
| 2003 | 524 | 86.6% | 8,548 | 17,299 | 27,304 |
| 2002 | 192 | 84.4% | 17,339 | 26,315 | 32,547 |
| 2001 | 146 | 87.0% | 13,379 | 19,069 | 24,213 |
| 2000 | 161 | 85.7% | 16,092 | 18,048 | 25,305 |
| 1999 | 209 | 90.0% | 10,827 | 16,711 | 24,773 |
| 1998 | 181 | 89.0% | 16,125 | 19,456 | 25,977 |
| 1997 | 100 | 91.0% | 11,210 | 20,966 | 29,804 |
| 1996 | 187 | 87.2% | 15,277 | 18,453 | 24,952 |
| 1995 | 104 | 89.4% | 12,390 | 15,246 | 21,360 |
| 1992 | 90 | 84.4% | 9,121 | 13,912 | 17,732 |
| 1991 | 52 | 88.5% | 24,058 | 27,982 | 28,507 |
| 1990 | 51 | 84.3% | 18,246 | 21,315 | 25,794 |
| 1989 | 53 | 83.0% | 8,799 | 22,323 | 37,147 |
How Long Does a Yamaha XT225 Last?
Based on 247 Yamaha XT225 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha XT225 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha XT225 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 XT225
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
83.0% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha XT225 is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 100 tests. The 1989 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha XT225 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha XT225 THIS CAR | 87.2% | 2,545 | 18,026 mi | 37 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 |
| Suzuki Gsx 650 FK9 | 88.1% | 3,189 | 14,822 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha XT225 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Yamaha XT225Should you buy a used Yamaha XT225?
The Yamaha XT225 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.2% across 2,545 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 XT225 are wheel bearings have excessive free play (14 recorded failures), wheel bearings have excessive free play (13), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (12). 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 XT225 owner drives around 437 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 XT225 models stay on UK roads for around 37 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.