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C66 EMU

1986 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

25,787 mi
Last recorded25,787 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD12525,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC66 EMU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 25,787 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 25,706 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2025 25,706 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 25,650 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 25,650 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 25,519 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 25,495 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 25,066 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 25,066 miles

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,408 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

centre stand slighty loose

Fail 18 Jun 2015 24,408 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

centre stand slighty loose

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD125?

Based on 4,025 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
166
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Headlamp aim too high 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
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C66 EMU is a 1986 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 25,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C66 EMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C66 EMU registered?

C66 EMU is a 1986 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 28 February 1986.

Is C66 EMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C66 EMU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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