Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus
MotorcycleFrom 285 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 10 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 | 10 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 9 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 24.6% of Nxc 125 Cygnus 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 £62.
Typical mileage
Half of all Nxc 125 Cygnuss tested had between 13,986 and 31,563 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,157 median miles, the Nxc 125 Cygnus has 0.097 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 Nxc 125 Cygnus MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus has a 77.5% MOT pass rate based on 285 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus is 23,157 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 13,986 and 31,563 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.