Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,889 vehicles, the 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs (2022)

1,889 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.4% first-time pass rate

2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs

CarHunch analysed 1,889 real MOT records for the 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Yamaha NMAX 125 fails first-time MOT at a notably higher rate than the UK average—67.7% versus 80%—which suggests maintenance and preparation issues are common among owners. The good news is that dangerous defects are relatively rare at 6.9%, so safety problems aren't a widespread concern.

At 28,500 miles median and 30,400 average, these scooters are running fairly light for their age, yet still accumulating failures and advisories (0.15 failures and 0.5 advisories per vehicle on average), pointing to neglect rather than wear-and-tear. If you're considering one, budget for a pre-purchase inspection and plan on addressing minor issues immediately—don't rely on the previous owner's MOT history.

The 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

90.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

29k

Middle half: 16k–41k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,889 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,889 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 21,494 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 39.9%

8,585

Blue 26.8%

5,771

Red 15.2%

3,273

White 15.1%

3,253

Black 2.8%

612

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

28,515

typical

16,462

low mileage

41,455

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abs vehicles fall between 16,462 and 41,455 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 16,462 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 16,462–41,455 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Yamaha Gpd125 A Nmax 125 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 55,964 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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