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C251 AEL

1986 Yamaha RXS100

Red Petrol 98cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,423 mi
Last recorded42,423 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RXS10023,486 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC251 AEL
MakeYamaha
ModelRXS100
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine98cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 42,423 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 42,412 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 42,376 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 42,038 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 41,089 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 41,089 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RXS100?

Based on 8,862 MOT tests across 1,587 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
454
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 223
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 202
Direction indicators not working 191
Horn not working 177
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 173
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C251 AEL is a 1986 Yamaha RXS100 in Red with a 98cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RXS100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 23,486 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RXS100 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 223 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C251 AEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RXS100 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha RXS100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C251 AEL registered?

C251 AEL is a 1986 Yamaha RXS100, first registered on 11 March 1986.

Is C251 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C251 AEL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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