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WJ08 LRF

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,608 mi
Last recorded18,608 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ08 LRF
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 18,608 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 18,479 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 17,922 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 16,916 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 16,435 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 15,995 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 15,862 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 15,862 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 14,939 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

clutch cable inner has a few broken strands but working replace a.s.a.p

Pass 1 Mar 2014 9,734 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2013 5,169 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 4,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 3,620 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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WJ08 LRF is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WJ08 LRF, 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 WJ08 LRF registered?

WJ08 LRF is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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