Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125?

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 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125?

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 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125?

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.

How many 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 167 vehicles, the 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.9%, 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 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125?

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 Mws125 A Tricity 125 (2019)

167 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.9% first-time pass rate

2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125

CarHunch analysed 167 real MOT records for the 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Yamaha Tricity 125 passes MOT at 77.7%, slightly below the UK average of 80%, which is a modest concern—but the real red flag is that 21% of these scooters have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, putting safety issues above the acceptable threshold for a buyer considering used stock. This three-wheeler's reliability isn't terrible, but it's not a safe bet either.

At nearly 15,000 miles on average, these machines are being ridden fairly hard for their age, yet they average fewer than half a failure per test and around two advisories, suggesting the core engineering holds up decently when maintained. If you're shopping for a used Tricity 125, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake condition and structural integrity—that dangerous defect rate suggests wear items and suspension components deserve close scrutiny.

We have limited data for the 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

88.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

21%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.43

Over 3.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 5k–21k

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These stats describe 167 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 167 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	166	88.8%	0.43

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 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.

9,819

typical

5,371

low mileage

20,911

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 vehicles fall between 5,371 and 20,911 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,371 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.

✓ 5,371–20,911 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125s sit.

⚠ Over 28,229 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125 — Still on the Road

Most 2019 Yamaha Mws125 A Tricity 125s are still being driven.

88 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.43

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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