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Y715 HGW

2001 Yamaha XTZ660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

45,281 mi
Last recorded45,281 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XTZ66027,736 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY715 HGW
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ660
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 45,281 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 36,784 miles

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

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Tight links and wear visible (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Movement visible on all linkage bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 30,682 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 30,682 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 26,807 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,734 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2017 24,715 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 21,212 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 20,109 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 19,992 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 19,992 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 18,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 15,743 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2011 14,523 miles

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

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

The machine will reauire arear suspension overhaul in the near future

Pass 22 Jun 2010 12,693 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 11,315 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 11,315 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2009 11,303 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 May 2008 9,924 miles

The drive chain has some tight spots but is not excessive.

Pass 11 Jun 2007 9,140 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 7,827 miles

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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Y715 HGW is a 2001 Yamaha XTZ660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XTZ660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 27,736 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 Y715 HGW, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XTZ660 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y715 HGW is a 2001 Yamaha XTZ660, first registered on 20 March 2001.

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