Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Yamaha X Max 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 2017 Yamaha X Max 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 2017 Yamaha X Max 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.

How many 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

30% 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 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 201 vehicles, the 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87%, 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 2017 Yamaha X Max 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 X Max 125 Abs (2017)

201 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87% first-time pass rate

2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs

CarHunch analysed 201 real MOT records for the 2017 Yamaha X Max 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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The 2017 Yamaha X-Max 125 ABS passes its MOT at 82.3%, which is slightly above the UK average of 80%, but nearly 30% of these scooters have recorded a dangerous defect at some point — a significant concern for buyers prioritising safety. This high rate of serious faults suggests mechanical or component issues that go beyond routine wear.

At nearly 18,700 miles median mileage for a seven-year-old scooter, these are moderately used machines, yet they're averaging 0.74 failures and 3.5 advisories per test, indicating recurring minor problems and maintenance gaps. Before purchasing, have any prospective X-Max thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician, particularly the braking and suspension systems, given the dangerous defect frequency.

We have limited data for the 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs — 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

87%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

29.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.74

Over 4.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 11k–29k

For context

These stats describe 201 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 201 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 29.9% 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%)	199	87%	0.74

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,073 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 65.1%

698

Blue 20.9%

224

Red 7.7%

White 5.1%

Black 1.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Yamaha X Max 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.

18,704

typical

10,684

low mileage

28,662

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs vehicles fall between 10,684 and 28,662 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,684 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.

✓ 10,684–28,662 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 38,693 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 57% of 2017 Yamaha X Max 125 Abss are still active.

90 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.74

Avg failures per vehicle

3.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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