Yamaha Ybr125
MotorcycleFrom 2,296 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 transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 60 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 | 60 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 51 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 46 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 33 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 32 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 31 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 31 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 29 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 29 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 28 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.7% of Ybr125 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 £56.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 77.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2011 | 70.6% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2010 | 74.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2009 | 74.3% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
3 earlier years
| 2008 | 67.3% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 2007 | 71.3% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2006 | 66.7% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ybr125s tested had between 9,969 and 26,633 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,492 median miles, the Ybr125 has 0.151 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 Ybr125 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Ybr125 has a 72.1% MOT pass rate based on 2,296 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Ybr125?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Ybr125 is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 60 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Ybr125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Ybr125 is 18,492 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,969 and 26,633 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.