Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R?

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 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R?

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 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R?

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 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R reliable?

Based on MOT data from 236 vehicles, the 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.5%, 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 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R?

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 Xt 125 R (2007)

236 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.5% first-time pass rate

2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R

CarHunch analysed 236 real MOT records for the 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Yamaha XT 125 R has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 42.8%, roughly half the UK average of 80%, which is a significant red flag for buyers considering one of these bikes. Dangerous defects appear in 15.2% of tested vehicles, a concerning rate that suggests you should have any used example thoroughly inspected before purchase.

These bikes are typically ridden at low mileage—the median sits at just 5,966 miles for their age—which hints at inconsistent use and storage issues rather than wear from heavy riding. With an average of 1.46 failures and 4.1 advisories per test, common problems are scattered rather than concentrated, but the sheer volume of issues across the fleet suggests this model demands regular maintenance and isn't forgiving of neglect; budget for immediate repairs and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on fuel system, electrics, and corrosion before committing.

We have limited data for the 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

72.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

15.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.46

Over 5.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 236 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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Before you buy a 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R

Based on MOT data from 236 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.3% 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 (99%)	234	72.4%	1.47

Colour Breakdown

Based on 930 Yamaha Xt 125 R vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 49.8%

463

Black 49.5%

460

White 0.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R 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.

5,966

typical

3,418

low mileage

9,420

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R vehicles fall between 3,418 and 9,420 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,418 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.

✓ 3,418–9,420 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 Rs sit.

⚠ Over 12,717 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Yamaha Xt 125 R — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 22% of 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 Rs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (22% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

5.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.46

Avg failures per vehicle

4.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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