Yamaha Wr 125 X
MotorcycleFrom 626 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 a footrest missing or insecure, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a footrest missing or insecure, caused 37 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a footrest missing or insecure | 37 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 31 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 27 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 19 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 17 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 15 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 15 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 13 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 12 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 11 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 6.6% of Wr 125 X 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 £41.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 67.4% | a footrest missing or insecure, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2012 | 72% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2011 | 76.2% | a footrest missing or insecure, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 66.9% | handlebar grip insecure to handlebar, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Wr 125 Xs tested had between 19,033 and 32,858 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,487 median miles, the Wr 125 X has 0.121 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 Wr 125 X MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Wr 125 X has a 70.4% MOT pass rate based on 626 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Wr 125 X?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Wr 125 X is a footrest missing or insecure, which caused 37 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Wr 125 X at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Wr 125 X is 24,487 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 19,033 and 32,858 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.