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R743 GWT

1997 Yamaha XTZ660

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

47,976 mi
Last recorded47,976 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XTZ66027,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR743 GWT
MakeYamaha
ModelXTZ660
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 47,976 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 47,942 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied ball end missing (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 47,713 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 47,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Oct 2019 47,446 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal pivot excessively worn (1.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 47,302 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 46,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 44,639 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 43,852 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 43,805 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,805 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 41,877 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 41,875 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2012 40,344 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 40,344 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 38,999 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 36,543 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 35,323 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Oct 2008 27,961 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 6 Oct 2008 27,961 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 27,865 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,053 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XTZ660?

Based on 3,411 MOT tests across 415 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,033
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
suspension bush has excessive free play 18
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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R743 GWT is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ660 in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XTZ660 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 27,788 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 XTZ660 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R743 GWT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XTZ660 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XTZ660 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R743 GWT is a 1997 Yamaha XTZ660, first registered on 7 November 1997.

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