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EK12 XGD

2012 Yamaha YBR125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,942 mi
Last recorded14,942 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YBR12512,353 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK12 XGD
MakeYamaha
ModelYBR125
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 14,942 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 14,933 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier.

Fail 27 Mar 2024 14,921 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lock Stop Left Hand Side (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 14,689 miles

Fuel cap seal showing initial signs of cracking.

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2022 14,689 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Fuel cap seal showing initial signs of cracking.

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 13,553 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 13,165 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 11,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 3,649 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 2,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit At limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2015 194 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Jul 2015 192 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha YBR125?

Based on 59,396 MOT tests across 6,364 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,213
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
6,364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,173
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 943
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 872
Drive chain excessively loose 854
Drive chain worn to excess 558
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EK12 XGD is a 2012 Yamaha YBR125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YBR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 12,353 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha YBR125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK12 XGD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YBR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha YBR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EK12 XGD is a 2012 Yamaha YBR125, first registered on 21 May 2012.

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