Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Yamaha Xt125?

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 2006 Yamaha Xt125?

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 2006 Yamaha Xt125?

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.

How many 2006 Yamaha Xt125 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Yamaha Xt125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 233 vehicles, the 2006 Yamaha Xt125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Yamaha Xt125?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Yamaha Xt125 are: Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (36% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (34.9% of vehicles), Headlamp aim too low (33.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Yamaha Xt125?

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 Xt125 (2006)

233 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.2% first-time pass rate

2006 Yamaha Xt125

CarHunch analysed 233 real MOT records for the 2006 Yamaha Xt125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Yamaha XT125 passes its MOT on the first attempt just 71% of the time, notably below the UK average of 80%, and nearly 29% of examples have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for a buyer evaluating safety and maintenance history. This suggests these bikes need closer pre-purchase inspection and more frequent preventative work than average.

At just over 6,500 miles median, these machines are lightly used for their age, yet they still accumulate an average of 2.5 failures and 7.8 advisories per test, pointing to wear-related issues that age itself—not heavy use—is driving. Before committing, get a full service history and have a mechanic specifically check brake condition, suspension wear, and corrosion, as these are the typical culprits for older small bikes sitting idle.

We have limited data for the 2006 Yamaha Xt125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

71.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

28.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

2.5

Over 7.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–11k

For context

These stats describe 233 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 233 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 36%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Headlamp aim too low · Drive chain slightly loose · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Tyre wear 34.9%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 31.7%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose · Clutch lever shortened.

Brake wear 26.2%

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Yamaha Xt125

Based on MOT data from 233 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.8% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,197 Yamaha Xt125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 45.6%

546

Black 26.2%

314

White 13.1%

157

Red 12.3%

147

Orange 2.8%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Yamaha Xt125 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.

6,562

typical

3,854

low mileage

10,743

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Yamaha Xt125 vehicles fall between 3,854 and 10,743 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,854 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.

✓ 3,854–10,743 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Yamaha Xt125s sit.

⚠ Over 14,503 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Yamaha Xt125 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2006 Yamaha Xt125s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 21 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% 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

7.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

2.5

Avg failures per vehicle

7.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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