Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Yamaha X Max 300?

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 2021 Yamaha X Max 300?

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 2021 Yamaha X Max 300?

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 2021 Yamaha X Max 300 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 171 vehicles, the 2021 Yamaha X Max 300 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, 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 2021 Yamaha X Max 300?

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 300 (2021)

171 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2021 Yamaha X Max 300

CarHunch analysed 171 real MOT records for the 2021 Yamaha X Max 300. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Yamaha X-Max 300 has a first-time pass rate of 64.4%, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these scooters encounter more issues during their first MOT than typical vehicles. The dangerous defect rate of 4.1% is reassuringly low, so safety concerns aren't the primary worry here.

With a median mileage of just 9,374 miles for vehicles of this age, these are relatively lightly used machines, yet they're still failing their first MOT at a higher-than-average rate—pointing to potential build quality or durability issues rather than wear-and-tear problems. Before buying one secondhand, have an independent inspection done focusing on brake systems and suspension, and check the full MOT history for recurring failure patterns.

We have limited data for the 2021 Yamaha X Max 300 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–21k

For context

These stats describe 171 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 171 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Yamaha X Max 300 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.

9,374

typical

4,780

low mileage

20,796

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Yamaha X Max 300 vehicles fall between 4,780 and 20,796 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,780 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.

✓ 4,780–20,796 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Yamaha X Max 300s sit.

⚠ Over 28,074 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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