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CU05 GXS

2005 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,811 mi
Last recorded16,811 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT660R11,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 GXS
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 16,811 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2025 16,808 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 16,601 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 14,133 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 11,503 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 11,138 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 10,454 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 9,856 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 9,382 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 9,093 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,812 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 7,812 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2011 6,305 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 5,406 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 5,406 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Mar 2009 3,860 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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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CU05 GXS is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XT660R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 11,633 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 CU05 GXS, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha XT660R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CU05 GXS registered?

CU05 GXS is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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