Yamaha XT 660 R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Yamaha XT 660 R car check
Is the Yamaha XT 660 R reliable? We analysed 4,304 real MOT tests across 439 vehicles to find out.
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The Yamaha XT 660 R is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Yamaha XT 660 R.
Yamaha XT 660 R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Yamaha XT 660 R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Yamaha XT 660 R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Yamaha XT 660 R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Yamaha XT 660 R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Yamaha XT 660 R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Yamaha XT 660 R Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Yamaha XT 660 R models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Yamaha XT 660 R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Yamaha XT 660 R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Yamaha XT 660 R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Yamaha XT 660 R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 195 | 92.3% | 4,950 | 9,468 | 16,907 |
| 2012 | 188 | 90.4% | 5,854 | 11,466 | 18,339 |
| 2011 | 157 | 86.6% | 6,833 | 10,644 | 14,705 |
| 2010 | 170 | 88.2% | 4,894 | 9,212 | 17,400 |
| 2009 | 471 | 90.0% | 6,601 | 12,384 | 21,882 |
| 2008 | 355 | 86.8% | 5,993 | 12,324 | 19,711 |
| 2007 | 1,012 | 89.8% | 5,684 | 11,008 | 20,776 |
| 2006 | 632 | 86.2% | 5,174 | 11,402 | 21,346 |
| 2005 | 467 | 88.0% | 6,368 | 12,504 | 23,624 |
| 2004 | 572 | 86.9% | 6,744 | 12,936 | 20,612 |
How Long Does a Yamaha XT 660 R Last?
Based on 439 Yamaha XT 660 R vehicles on UK roads.
Yamaha XT 660 R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Yamaha XT 660 R MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Yamaha XT 660 R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.3% MOT pass rate from 195 tests
86.2% MOT pass rate from 632 tests
The best year to buy a used Yamaha XT 660 R is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 195 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Yamaha XT 660 R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yamaha XT 660 R THIS CAR | 88.5% | 4,304 | 11,710 mi | 22 yrs |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 86.5% | 175,313 | 16,232 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha FZS600 | 85% | 157,659 | 22,466 mi | 28 yrs |
| Yamaha XJR1300 | 88.8% | 107,128 | 16,836 mi | 27 yrs |
| Peugeot 3008 GT S/s PHEV 4X4 Auto | 87% | 4,089 | 29,857 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Yamaha Yzf R1 (86.5% pass rate) and the Yamaha FZS600 (85.0% pass rate), the Yamaha XT 660 R outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Yamaha XT 660 R has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 4,304 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Yamaha XT 660 R are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (35 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (23), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (20). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Yamaha XT 660 R with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Yamaha XT 660 R owner drives around 761 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Yamaha XT 660 R models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.