Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus?

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 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus?

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 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus?

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 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus reliable?

Based on MOT data from 279 vehicles, the 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83%, 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 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus?

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 Nxc 125 Cygnus (2008)

279 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83% first-time pass rate

2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus

CarHunch analysed 279 real MOT records for the 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2008 Cygnus 125 is a reliability concern—only 57.8% pass their MOT first time, significantly below the UK average of 80%, and 15% have recorded dangerous defects, which is a notable buyer risk for a scooter in this age group. The petrol variant shows a 57.2% pass rate, consistent with the overall cohort performance.

At just under 13,500 miles on average, these scooters are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they're still racking up nearly one failure per vehicle and three advisories on test, suggesting age-related wear rather than usage intensity is the primary problem. If you're considering one, budget for brake work and suspension checks before purchase, and factor in regular professional servicing to catch deterioration early.

We have limited data for the 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

83%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

15.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.94

Over 5.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 8k–18k

For context

These stats describe 279 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 279 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.1% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	275	82.8%	0.96

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,437 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 48.7%

1,187

Black 15.7%

382

Blue 15.6%

380

Grey 10.7%

261

White 6.8%

165

Green 2.5%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus 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.

11,766

typical

7,795

low mileage

18,115

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus vehicles fall between 7,795 and 18,115 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,795 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.

✓ 7,795–18,115 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnuss sit.

⚠ Over 24,455 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnus — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2008 Yamaha Nxc 125 Cygnuss are still active.

Numbers are declining — 23 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.94

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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