2022 Yamaha R125 (yzf 125-A) 0.1L Petrol · AV71 XJT

The Yamaha R125 presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass on 17 January 2026 at 9,297 miles with zero defects. The maintenance trajectory is reassuring, showing no recurring faults or structural advisories. A failure occurred on 13 January 2025 at 7,460 miles, yet the record indicates no defects were documented for that specific test. The motorcycle passed later that same day, suggesting the initial issue was rectified immediately, likely a minor compliance or administrative matter rather than a deep-seated mechanical fault. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a machine of this age. Between the January 2025 test at 7,460 miles and the January 2026 test at 9,297 miles, the motorcycle covered just 1,837 miles over twelve months. This equates to roughly 2,324 miles per year since new, indicating light usage or prolonged periods of standing. Such low mileage reduces wear on consumables like brake pads, chain and sprockets, and tyres, though it raises the possibility of deterioration from sitting idle, such as perished rubber or corroded brake discs. Given the sparse MOT data and the anomaly of a failure without recorded defects, a physical inspection remains essential. A buyer should scrutinise the front and rear brake discs for surface corrosion, a common issue on low-mileage motorcycles left standing. Suspension seals and fork stanchions require close examination for pitting or oil weep. The chain and sprockets must be checked for correct tension and signs of rust or stiff links, as infrequent use accelerates corrosion rather than wear. Tyre condition demands particular attention; verify the manufacture date codes to ensure the rubber has not hardened or cracked due to age rather than tread wear.