Yamaha Ybr 125
MotorcycleFrom 2,574 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Ybr 125s fare better: 2013 models pass at 74.4% vs 72.3% for 2012.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 91 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 | 91 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 75 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 73 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 47 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 45 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 45 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 39 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 36 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 36 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 34 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 6.9% of Ybr 125 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 £42.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 74.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2012 | 72.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 2011 | 67.4% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 70.1% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
4 earlier years
| 2009 | 69.9% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2008 | 77.1% | wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| 2007 | 72.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 66.7% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ybr 125s tested had between 11,995 and 27,442 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,736 median miles, the Ybr 125 has 0.143 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 Ybr 125 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Ybr 125 has a 71.7% MOT pass rate based on 2,574 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Ybr 125?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Ybr 125 is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 91 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Ybr 125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Ybr 125 is 19,736 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,995 and 27,442 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.