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T68 VVW

1999 Yamaha XTZ660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,242 mi
Last recorded66,242 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XTZ66016,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT68 VVW
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ660
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 66,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jun 2021 66,222 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions directional tyre fitted wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 65,251 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 62,898 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush linkages have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 62,898 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush linkages have slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2013 62,864 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

advise front brake calipier securing bolts rounded off have dressed but will need replaceing

Fail 30 Oct 2013 62,864 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Centre Rear Lower Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 62,836 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 62,816 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 62,765 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 14 May 2009 62,690 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 62,507 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 62,507 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 60,474 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 60,446 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ660?

Based on 3,411 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
suspension bush has excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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T68 VVW is a 1999 Yamaha XTZ660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XTZ660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 16,644 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 XTZ660 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T68 VVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ660 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha XTZ660 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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T68 VVW is a 1999 Yamaha XTZ660, first registered on 1 March 1999.

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