Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax (2009)
2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax
CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Yamaha YP 125 R-XMAX has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.2%, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these scooters are more prone to developing faults as they age. Nearly one in five have experienced a dangerous defect at some point (19.1%), which is worth factoring into your safety assessment.
At just over 12,000 miles median mileage for a 15-year-old machine, these scooters have been relatively lightly used, yet they're still averaging 1.44 failures and 4.1 advisories per test—indicating that age and storage conditions matter as much as miles on this model. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brake condition, electrical gremlins, and corrosion, then budget for an immediate minor repair or two.
What to check before buying a 2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax
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 (99%) | 109 | 72.4% | 1.44 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax 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 2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax vehicles fall between 8,819 and 14,755 miles.
2009 Yamaha Yp 125 R Xmax — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (15% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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