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N861 JBY

2005 Yamaha XT660R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,247 mi
Last recorded38,247 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT660R11,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN861 JBY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660R
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 38,247 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 36,853 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 36,384 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 36,354 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 36,354 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 35,237 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 32,440 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2007 32,440 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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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N861 JBY is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N861 JBY, 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 N861 JBY registered?

N861 JBY is a 2005 Yamaha XT660R, first registered on 10 November 2005.

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