Yamaha Yzf R125 (2013)
2013 Yamaha Yzf R125
CarHunch analysed 452 real MOT records for the 2013 Yamaha Yzf R125. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
**Reliability verdict:** This 2013 Yamaha YZF R125 is a serious concern—just 5.2% pass first time compared to the UK average of 80%, making it one of the poorest performers you'll encounter. The dangerous defect rate of 1.8% is low, but the catastrophic first-time pass rate is the real problem here.
**Context and practical takeaway:** These bikes average only 11,825 miles despite being over a decade old, suggesting they're either neglected or heavily weekend-use machines, and that low utilisation doesn't excuse the failure rates. With 0.11 failures and 0.4 advisories per vehicle, most MOT visits are still turning up issues that need sorting. If you're considering one, budget for immediate remedial work and get a pre-purchase inspection from a qualified motorcycle technician before committing.
What to check before buying a 2013 Yamaha Yzf R125
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 (98%) | 441 | 3.7% | 0.07 |
| Other (2%) | 11 | 65.2% | 1.73 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Yamaha Yzf R125 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 2013 Yamaha Yzf R125 vehicles fall between 4,476 and 15,502 miles.
2013 Yamaha Yzf R125 — Still on the Road
13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
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