Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?

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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?

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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?

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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% 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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs reliable?

Based on MOT data from 862 vehicles, the 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.5%, 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 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs?

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 Yzf R125 Abs (2018)

862 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.5% first-time pass rate

2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs

CarHunch analysed 862 real MOT records for the 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2018 Yamaha YZF R125 ABS is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of just 66.7% against the national 80%, and a concerning 21.6% of bikes in this cohort having experienced dangerous defects—a genuine safety red flag for potential buyers. That dangerous defect rate puts this model well above acceptable thresholds and warrants serious scrutiny of what's failing.

At just under 10,500 miles on average for a six-year-old bike, these machines are lightly used, yet they're still averaging 0.69 failures and 3.2 advisories per test, suggesting inherent design or build issues rather than wear-and-tear problems. Before buying, have a pre-purchase inspection that specifically targets the systems flagged most often in MOT failures—electronics, brakes, and suspension components are the usual culprits on small-capacity sports bikes with this failure pattern.

The 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (83.5%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ 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

83.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

21.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.69

Over 3.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 5k–15k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 862 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 862 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 21.6% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	852	83.4%	0.69

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,242 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 33.3%

746

Red 29.9%

670

Black 27%

605

Grey 9.2%

206

White 0.4%

Yellow 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs 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.

9,528

typical

5,494

low mileage

14,617

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs vehicles fall between 5,494 and 14,617 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,494 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.

✓ 5,494–14,617 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abss sit.

⚠ Over 19,732 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abs — Still on the Road

Most 2018 Yamaha Yzf R125 Abss are still being driven.

381 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 78% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.69

Avg failures per vehicle

3.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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