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SV56 BHN

2006 Yamaha XT660R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,528 mi
Last recorded53,528 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XT660R13,694 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 BHN
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2025 53,528 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 53,502 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 53,437 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 May 2021 53,148 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 51,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 46,725 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 41,202 miles
Fail 25 May 2015 36,168 miles

Upper Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 25 May 2015 36,168 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 29,470 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 23,255 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 18,259 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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SV56 BHN is a 2006 Yamaha XT660R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XT660R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,694 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 SV56 BHN, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha XT660R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV56 BHN registered?

SV56 BHN is a 2006 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 5 October 2006.

Is SV56 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 BHN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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