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OW08 FHL

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,655 mi
Last recorded25,655 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 FHL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 25,655 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 25,639 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 25,332 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 25,018 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 24,999 miles

Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2017 24,463 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 24,438 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2016 23,991 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 22,526 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear brake slightly dragging

Pass 8 Oct 2013 21,568 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 21,568 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 21,095 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 18,881 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 18,870 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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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OW08 FHL is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 OW08 FHL, 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 OW08 FHL registered?

OW08 FHL is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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