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DY08 UCT

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,551 mi
Last recorded31,551 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 UCT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 31,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 31,551 miles

Front Fork yoke fractured (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 31,466 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 31,338 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 31,300 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 31,157 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 30,369 miles

Cush rubbers worn.

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 30,360 miles

Central Lower Suspension component fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2018 28,185 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 26,004 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 23,303 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 20,638 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 17,948 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,960 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 12,133 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 8,911 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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DY08 UCT is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT660R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 11,727 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 DY08 UCT, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT660R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DY08 UCT registered?

DY08 UCT is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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