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Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs reliable? We analysed 6,236 real MOT tests across 1,408 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,236 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.0%
Typical Mileage
10,976mi
Annual Mileage
2,106mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs.

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

81.8%
2019
79.1%
2018
80.4%
2017

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 167
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
765 mi/yr
Typical
2,106 mi/yr
Average
2,817 mi/yr
Heavy usage
3,880 mi/yr

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 302 81.8% 6,162 10,459 15,931
2018 2,959 79.1% 5,691 10,395 16,758
2017 2,713 80.4% 6,493 11,530 17,878

How Long Does a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Last?

Based on 1,408 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.6 years
Median
6.0 years

Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,976 mi
75th Percentile
17,274 mi
95th Percentile
28,624 mi
Max Recorded
116,854 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs

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

Best year
2019

81.8% MOT pass rate from 302 tests

Year to avoid
2018

79.1% MOT pass rate from 2,959 tests

The best year to buy a used Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.8% across 302 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs THIS CAR 80.0% 6,236 10,976 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
Abarth Grand Punto 74.5% 2,988 67,782 mi 18 yrs

Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?

The Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% across 6,236 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 Yzf R125 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 Yzf R125 Abs owner drives around 2,106 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 Yzf R125 Abs — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs reliable?
Based on 6,236 MOT tests, the Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs has a 80.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs do per year?
The typical Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs does around 2,106 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Yamaha Yzf R125 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 Yzf R125 Abs?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs is 2019 with a 81.8% pass rate across 302 tests.