Yamaha Yp250R X-Max
MotorcycleFrom 359 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 8 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 8 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud in the case of a single fixing, or more than one loose or missing in the case of multiple fixings. | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 39.4% of failures are serious: 39.4% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £83.
Typical mileage
Half of all Yp250R X-Maxs tested had between 9,942 and 23,501 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,881 median miles, the Yp250R X-Max has 0.073 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 Yp250R X-Max MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yp250R X-Max has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 359 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yp250R X-Max?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yp250R X-Max is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yp250R X-Max at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yp250R X-Max is 16,881 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,942 and 23,501 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.