Yamaha Mt 125 Abs
MotorcycleFrom 2,032 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Mt 125 Abss fare better: 2020 models pass at 77.4% vs 72.7% for 2017.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 46 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.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 46 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 44 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 40 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 39 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 28 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 26 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 24 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 22 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 21 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 21 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20.9% of Mt 125 Abs 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 £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 77.4% | steering head bearings have excessive wear or play, a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released |
| 2019 | 79% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2018 | 78.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2017 | 72.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, steering head bearings have excessive wear or play |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mt 125 Abss tested had between 6,143 and 18,515 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,139 median miles, the Mt 125 Abs has 0.194 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 Mt 125 Abs MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Mt 125 Abs has a 76.5% MOT pass rate based on 2,032 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Mt 125 Abs?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Mt 125 Abs is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 46 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Mt 125 Abs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Mt 125 Abs is 12,139 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,143 and 18,515 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.