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PJ59 LJE

2009 Yamaha XT660R

Red Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,178 mi
Last recorded18,178 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha XT660R12,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ59 LJE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 18,178 miles

front tyre starting to perish slightly

rear sprocket carrier cushdrive rubbers worn

Pass 26 Mar 2025 15,789 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 14,534 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 14,534 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 12,631 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 6,318 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2022 6,318 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Feb 2021 5,816 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 5,745 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 5,454 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 5,086 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 3,373 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 3,373 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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PJ59 LJE is a 2009 Yamaha XT660R in Red with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha XT660R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,131 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 PJ59 LJE, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha XT660R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PJ59 LJE registered?

PJ59 LJE is a 2009 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 2 December 2009.

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