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DX05 KNB

2005 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,449 mi
Last recorded1,449 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT660R11,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 KNB
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 1,449 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 1,432 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 1,391 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2011 1,360 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 1,360 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 1,277 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 1,099 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT660R?

Based on 5,095 MOT tests across 531 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
819
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
531
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 41
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
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DX05 KNB is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XT660R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 11,633 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 XT660R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 KNB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT660R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XT660R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX05 KNB registered?

DX05 KNB is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is DX05 KNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 KNB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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