Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C)
MotorcycleFrom 1,060 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 32 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 32 |
| audible warning not working | 23 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 19 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 18 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 18 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 17 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 16 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 11 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 9 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 8 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 11.1% of Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 79.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2020 | 79.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
| 2019 | 78.4% | steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 74.7% | audible warning not working, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
1 earlier years
| 2017 | 75.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
Typical mileage
Half of all Delight 125 (Lts 125-C)s tested had between 6,606 and 17,825 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,953 median miles, the Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) has 0.187 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) has a 77.6% MOT pass rate based on 1,060 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C)?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 32 failures. Other common issues include audible warning not working.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Delight 125 (Lts 125-C) is 11,953 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,606 and 17,825 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.