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GX05 HLJ

2005 Yamaha XT 660 X

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

6,253 mi
Last recorded6,253 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT 660 X13,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 HLJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 6,253 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 6,232 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front front tyre pressure seems a little low

Pass 27 Jun 2020 6,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2020 6,080 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 5,927 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 May 2017 5,839 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 5,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2016 5,219 miles

Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 4,535 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2014 3,951 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 3,951 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 3,383 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 3,161 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 3,132 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2009 2,982 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 2,982 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 2,830 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 660 X?

Based on 7,997 MOT tests across 810 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
810
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 112
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
wheel bearings have excessive free play 35
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
reflector on motorcycle missing 24
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GX05 HLJ is a 2005 Yamaha XT 660 X in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XT 660 X models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 13,254 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 XT 660 X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 112 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX05 HLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 660 X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XT 660 X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 HLJ registered?

GX05 HLJ is a 2005 Yamaha XT 660 X, first registered on 6 June 2005.

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