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YJ08 AFS

2008 Yamaha XT660R

White Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,224 mi
Last recorded19,224 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT660R11,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 AFS
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 19,224 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 18,764 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 18,357 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 18,194 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 18,158 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 17,648 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 17,314 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,028 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 15,152 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,475 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 12,461 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 9,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 9,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 4,662 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 4,620 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2012 4,620 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 4,158 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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YJ08 AFS is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R in White with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YJ08 AFS, 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 YJ08 AFS registered?

YJ08 AFS is a 2008 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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