Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)?

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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) reliable?

Based on MOT data from 856 vehicles, the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.2%, 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 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)?

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 Xsr 125 (mtm125) (2022)

856 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.2% first-time pass rate

2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)

CarHunch analysed 856 real MOT records for the 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125). Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Yamaha XSR 125 passes its first MOT just 67% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes arrive at test with more than the usual wear and tear. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 3.4%, so failures tend to be fixable rather than safety-critical issues.

At a median mileage of just under 5,000 miles, these are relatively low-mileage machines for their age, yet they're still struggling through MOT. The average bike racks up only 0.11 failures and 0.4 advisories per test, pointing to minor maintenance gaps rather than systematic design problems—if you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection and budget for catching up on deferred servicing before it hits the test station.

The 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.2% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

92.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 856 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 856 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.4% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,600 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 35.3%

917

Yellow 22%

571

Red 13.1%

341

White 12.8%

332

Blue 11.4%

296

Grey 5.5%

143

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) 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.

4,964

typical

2,512

low mileage

8,212

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125) vehicles fall between 2,512 and 8,212 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,512 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.

✓ 2,512–8,212 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Yamaha Xsr 125 (mtm125)s sit.

⚠ Over 11,086 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

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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