Yamaha Nxc125 (2005)
2005 Yamaha Nxc125
CarHunch analysed 396 real MOT records for the 2005 Yamaha Nxc125. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 Yamaha NXC125 passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82%, which is respectable, but nearly a quarter (24.8%) of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a red flag for safety-conscious buyers. Petrol versus diesel breakdowns don't apply to a 125cc motorcycle, so reliability is straightforward: this is a marginally above-average performer for its age class.
At nearly 20,000 miles on average, these machines show moderate use for their age, and the 1.58 failures per vehicle suggest wear-and-tear issues are creeping in rather than systemic design flaws. With 4.7 advisories per bike on record, you're looking at routine maintenance alerts; before buying, have any candidate inspected for its MOT history around brakes and controls, where those dangerous defects likely hide.
What to check before buying a 2005 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.
- ⚠️ 24.8% 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 2005 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 2005 Yamaha Nxc125 vehicles fall between 11,523 and 25,691 miles.
2005 Yamaha Nxc125 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 25 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (11% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 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 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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