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HD55 XGZ

2006 Yamaha XT 660 R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

32,310 mi
Last recorded32,310 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R11,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD55 XGZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 32,310 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 32,310 miles

Rear Brake component inadequately mounted (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 32,127 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 32,105 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 32,023 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 32,023 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 31,836 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 31,764 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 31,454 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 3,641 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 24,365 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 24,365 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2016 19,412 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 13,534 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 13,534 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2013 10,026 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 660 R?

Based on 4,304 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
761
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Drive chain worn to excess 13
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HD55 XGZ is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 11,402 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 R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HD55 XGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 660 R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha XT 660 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HD55 XGZ registered?

HD55 XGZ is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 31 December 2006.

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