Yamaha Nxc125 (2004)
2004 Yamaha Nxc125
CarHunch analysed 128 real MOT records for the 2004 Yamaha Nxc125. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2004 Yamaha NXC125 passes its MOT slightly more often than the UK average—81.8% versus 80%—but one in four of these bikes has recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine concern for safety-conscious buyers. The petrol scooter is holding up reasonably well mechanically, suggesting the model's fundamental design is sound.
At nearly 19,000 miles on average, these machines show typical wear for their age, with owners reporting an average of 1.55 failures and 4.6 advisories per test. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on braking and suspension systems, since the high dangerous-defect rate suggests those areas need particular scrutiny on used examples.
What to check before buying a 2004 Yamaha Nxc125
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Yamaha Nxc125 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Yamaha Nxc125 vehicles fall between 11,233 and 24,127 miles.
2004 Yamaha Nxc125 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2021 (17% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2021.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2004 Yamaha Nxc125
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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42%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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39.3%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.1%
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
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21.4%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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20.2%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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19.6%
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn
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17.5%
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
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17.3%
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2004. Counts include advisories and failures.
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