2022 Yamaha GPD125-A Nmax 125 ABS 0.1L Petrol · LR22 GLZ

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Yamaha NMAX 125 ABS was conducted on 1 June 2026 and resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. The previous test on 16 May 2025 also passed without any recorded defects, indicating a stable and well-maintained testing trend. The absence of advisories across both examinations is a positive indicator, suggesting that components subject to wear, such as braking components, suspension, lighting, and exhaust emissions, were within acceptable tolerances at the time of testing. While a clean MOT history is reassuring, it reflects only a snapshot of roadworthiness at the point of test and does not guarantee the ongoing mechanical condition of the scooter, particularly given the time elapsed and mileage accumulated since the latest examination. With 33,239 miles recorded over approximately four years of service, this NMAX is accumulating around 8,310 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a commuter-class 125cc scooter. This level of usage is consistent with regular daily riding, and it is unlikely to have suffered from the prolonged standing periods that can affect low-mileage machines. However, the mileage confirms that consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, drive belts or rollers, and the CVT system are likely to have experienced significant wear. At three months beyond its latest MOT, prospective buyers should treat the current test as historical data and not as a substitute for a current physical appraisal, particularly as tyres may have aged or worn further since the June 2026 inspection. Given the clean MOT history and the scooter's typical usage profile, a prospective buyer should still carry out age-and-mileage-appropriate physical checks before purchase. Tyre sidewalls should be inspected for perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with age regardless of tread depth, and the front and rear brake discs should be examined for corrosion, wear ridges, and smooth operation without binding calipers. The 12-volt battery, which on a Yamaha NMAX is typically a YTZ7V or similar AGM unit, should be tested for cranking performance, as motorcycle batteries of this age can fail without obvious warning. The CVT system, including the drive belt, rollers, and clutch shoes, warrants inspection for glazing, cracking, or chunking, and the front and rear suspension linkages should be checked for perished bushes, fluid leaks from the fork seals, and any clunking over uneven surfaces. Additional items worthy of attention include time-based fluid servicing, as engine oil and gearbox oil should be changed according to calendar intervals as well as mileage, particularly if the previous service history cannot be verified. The cooling system, if fitted, and brake fluid, which is hygroscopic and typically requires replacement every two years, should be examined for age-related degradation. Coolant hoses and brake hydraulic lines should be checked for perishing, and the exhaust system, including the CAT converter area and mounting rubbers, should be inspected for corrosion or splits. A test ride should confirm even throttle response, absence of warning lights, smooth braking without shudder, and no abnormal vibration from the drivetrain. Finally, verifying a complete service book with stamps at the correct intervals will provide further reassurance that this well-used but properly tested NMAX has been maintained to an appropriate standard.