Yamaha YP125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha YP125 car check
Is the Yamaha YP125 reliable? We analysed 11,716 real MOT tests across 1,516 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha YP125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha YP125.
Yamaha YP125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha YP125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha YP125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha YP125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha YP125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha YP125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha YP125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha YP125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha YP125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha YP125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 187 | 85.6% | 12,704 | 20,065 | 31,734 |
| 2011 | 277 | 75.5% | 11,146 | 18,530 | 28,585 |
| 2010 | 165 | 86.7% | 6,595 | 16,655 | 31,319 |
| 2009 | 293 | 78.8% | 7,313 | 11,591 | 18,261 |
| 2008 | 491 | 81.7% | 6,874 | 11,952 | 17,806 |
| 2007 | 663 | 78.0% | 6,774 | 12,618 | 18,818 |
| 2006 | 574 | 80.3% | 5,235 | 10,902 | 17,924 |
| 2005 | 706 | 73.9% | 7,417 | 13,387 | 22,802 |
| 2004 | 638 | 72.6% | 8,765 | 13,772 | 19,329 |
| 2003 | 992 | 74.6% | 6,577 | 11,653 | 19,712 |
| 2002 | 1,150 | 74.2% | 6,392 | 11,597 | 19,449 |
| 2001 | 1,530 | 74.2% | 6,971 | 11,859 | 18,051 |
| 2000 | 2,284 | 74.5% | 8,329 | 13,868 | 21,586 |
| 1999 | 1,718 | 76.7% | 7,586 | 13,395 | 20,867 |
How Long Does a Yamaha YP125 Last?
Based on 1,516 Yamaha YP125 vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha YP125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha YP125 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 YP125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.7% MOT pass rate from 165 tests
72.6% MOT pass rate from 638 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha YP125 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.7% across 165 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha YP125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha YP125 THIS CAR | 76.0% | 11,716 | 12,958 mi | 27 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 |
| Aixam A751 Super Luxe | 71% | 3,683 | 19,500 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha YP125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha YP125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.0% across 11,716 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 YP125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (562 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (506), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (506). 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 YP125 owner drives around 1,144 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 YP125 models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.