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ST08 LDA

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,458 mi
Last recorded13,458 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST08 LDA
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 13,458 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 13,201 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 13,011 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 12,858 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 12,518 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 12,343 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 11,863 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 11,465 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 11,465 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2017 10,527 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 10,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 9,956 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 7,187 miles
Pass 27 May 2013 5,720 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 4,798 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 3,890 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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ST08 LDA 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 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ST08 LDA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ST08 LDA registered?

ST08 LDA is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 13 May 2008.

Is ST08 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST08 LDA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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