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NH08 XHZ

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,424 mi
Last recorded19,424 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH08 XHZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 19,424 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 10,130 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 8,834 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 8,832 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front fitted with front fork gaitiors at time of test

Pass 5 Aug 2016 7,898 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2015 6,314 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 5,790 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2013 4,986 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2012 4,064 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2011 3,090 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 3,090 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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NH08 XHZ is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 NH08 XHZ, 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 NH08 XHZ registered?

NH08 XHZ is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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