Yamaha Xt 125 X (2007)
2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X
CarHunch analysed 246 real MOT records for the 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Yamaha XT 125 X has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 42.7%, less than half the UK average of 80%, which is a significant red flag for reliability. Nearly one in five of these bikes (18.7%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, suggesting serious safety issues are common enough to be a genuine buyer concern.
These machines are averaging only 7,568 miles—relatively low for their age—yet still accumulating 1.42 failures and 4.4 advisories per test, indicating that neglect and wear are catching up fast regardless of mileage. Before buying one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a motorcycle mechanic who can specifically check the frame, electrics, and braking system, as the failure pattern suggests these areas are where most problems emerge.
What to check before buying a 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X
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.
- 📄 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 (100%) | 245 | 42.7% | 1.41 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 50% | 3 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X 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 2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X vehicles fall between 3,726 and 9,166 miles.
2007 Yamaha Xt 125 X — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (15% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
MOT History Averages
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