Model report · 2005–2025
SUZUKI RM 125
125cc
Petrol
Class 1
68.6%
first-time pass rate
25.8%
failed outright
677
median miles at test
299
MOT tests, 2005–2025
Pass rate over time
first-time pass rate by test year · 2015–2016
The RM 125's first-time pass rate has held steady since 2015 (58.8% → 59.4%).
What fails on a RM 125
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| steering and suspension |
|
67 | 24.2 |
| brakes |
|
50 | 18.1 |
| lighting and signalling |
|
42 | 15.2 |
| tyres and wheels |
|
39 | 14.1 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
23 | 8.3 |
| suspension |
|
18 | 6.5 |
| drive system |
|
11 | 4 |
| structure and attachments |
|
9 | 3.2 |
| reg plates and vin |
|
9 | 3.2 |
| steering |
|
9 | 3.2 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the RM 125 beats 0 of its 4 closest rivals (YAMAHA YBR 125, HONDA CG125, HONDA CBF125).
YAMAHA
YBR 125
71.0% pass · 125k tests
HONDA
CG125
72.2% pass · 89.3k tests
HONDA
CBF125
73.3% pass · 84.4k tests
GILERA
RUNNER
70.8% pass · 69.9k tests
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the RM 125.