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JA06 JEM

2006 Yamaha XT 660 R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,761 mi
Last recorded13,761 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R11,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJA06 JEM
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 13,761 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 13,540 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 13,059 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 13,001 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 12,898 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 12,355 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 11,975 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 11,136 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 9,444 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 9,444 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,858 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 5,797 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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JA06 JEM is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 JA06 JEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JA06 JEM registered?

JA06 JEM is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 20 December 2006.

Is JA06 JEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for JA06 JEM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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