Yamaha X Max 125 Abs (2018)
2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs
CarHunch analysed 332 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Yamaha X-Max 125 ABS has a first-time pass rate of 76.4%, which sits 3.6 points below the UK average of 80%—a modest shortfall that suggests slightly more teething problems than the typical scooter. More concerning is that 22.3% of these machines have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, putting it at the upper end of the risk spectrum for this category and worth factoring into your decision.
At a median mileage of 19,158 for a six-year-old scooter, these machines are running fairly light, which explains why the average failure count is low at 0.56 per vehicle. The higher advisory count of 2.7 per bike points to minor wear items and consumables needing attention rather than structural problems—typical stuff like brake pad depth and chain tension. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on brake and suspension condition, since those niggles tend to cluster on this model.
What to check before buying a 2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs
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.
- ⚠️ 22.3% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 329 | 76.3% | 0.56 |
| Other (1%) | 3 | 86.7% | 0.67 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs 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 2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs vehicles fall between 11,819 and 31,158 miles.
2018 Yamaha X Max 125 Abs — Still on the Road
176 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% 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.
MOT History Averages
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