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LX05 BVL

2005 Yamaha XT660X

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

84,146 mi
Last recorded84,146 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT660X12,336 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 BVL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660X
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 84,146 miles

Central Front Lower oil leak

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and rear swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both wheels (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 84,146 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Front Lower oil leak

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame and rear swingarm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both wheels (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 79,395 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 79,395 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 78,815 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 71,739 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jan 2016 71,604 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2014 65,740 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2014 65,740 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 60,400 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

gear lever loose

Fail 14 Nov 2013 60,400 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

gear lever loose

Pass 26 Oct 2012 55,897 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Oct 2012 55,802 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 50,993 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 46,349 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 46,349 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,363 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 40,363 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2008 34,552 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT660X?

Based on 7,396 MOT tests across 744 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
744
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
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LX05 BVL is a 2005 Yamaha XT660X in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XT660X models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,336 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 XT660X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX05 BVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT660X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XT660X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LX05 BVL is a 2005 Yamaha XT660X, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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