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WR08 CTU

2008 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,198 mi
Last recorded9,198 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR08 CTU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 9,198 miles

Rear tyre has slight cracking in side wall

Fail 19 May 2016 9,192 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front tyre has slight cracking in side wall

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

Rear tyre has slight cracking in side wall

Pass 12 May 2015 9,166 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 8,818 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 8,610 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 8,233 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 8,233 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 7,768 miles

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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WR08 CTU is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in Blue 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 WR08 CTU, 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 WR08 CTU registered?

WR08 CTU is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 23 April 2008.

Is WR08 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR08 CTU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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