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VK08 YDB

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,489 mi
Last recorded28,489 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK08 YDB
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 28,489 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 28,489 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 23,276 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 20,973 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 16,983 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 16,871 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,871 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 May 2011 10,916 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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VK08 YDB is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 VK08 YDB, 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.

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What year was VK08 YDB registered?

VK08 YDB is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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