Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)?

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 Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)?

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 Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)?

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 Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 121 vehicles, the 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.1%, 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 Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)?

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 Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) (2021)

121 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)

CarHunch analysed 121 real MOT records for the 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp). Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Yamaha X-Max 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.3%, which sits just below the UK average of 80%, suggesting fairly typical reliability for a scooter of this age. The dangerous defect rate of 9.1% is reassuringly low, indicating these machines are generally safe on the road.

At an average mileage of 25,462 km, these scooters are running harder than typical for their age, yet they're producing only 0.18 failures per vehicle on average, which points to solid build quality under real-world use. With just 1.0 advisory per vehicle, the X-Max is proving dependable—before you buy, simply confirm full service history and have the brakes checked, as that's where most defects appear on small-capacity scooters.

We have limited data for the 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 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

91.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

9.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.18

Over 1.8 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 11k–38k

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These stats describe 121 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 121 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 9.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	119	90.9%	0.18

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) 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.

21,828

typical

10,751

low mileage

37,658

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp) vehicles fall between 10,751 and 37,658 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 10,751 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.

✓ 10,751–37,658 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Yamaha X Max Tech Max 125 (yp125rasp)s sit.

⚠ Over 50,838 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

1.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.18

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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