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VE08 HSD

2008 Yamaha XT660X

Blue Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,398 mi
Last recorded16,398 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660X11,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE08 HSD
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660X
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 16,398 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 16,342 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 16,338 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 16,262 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 16,092 miles

ignition switch stiff

number plate slightly smaller than standard

Fail 30 Oct 2017 16,092 miles

ignition switch stiff

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

number plate slightly smaller than standard

Pass 26 Jul 2016 15,640 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 15,640 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2015 14,974 miles

Rear tyre is at the wear limit

Steering is misaligned

o/s/r indicator requires attention

Pass 11 Jul 2014 13,439 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 13,439 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 12,908 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2013 12,908 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 11,652 miles

2 front mudguard mounting bolts missing, 1 insecure

Fail 18 Jul 2012 11,652 miles

2 front mudguard mounting bolts missing, 1 insecure

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 5,469 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 5,469 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT660X?

Based on 7,396 MOT tests across 744 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
744
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
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VE08 HSD is a 2008 Yamaha XT660X in Blue with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT660X models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 11,396 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 XT660X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE08 HSD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT660X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT660X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VE08 HSD registered?

VE08 HSD is a 2008 Yamaha XT660X, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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