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SG12 KBE

2012 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere

Blue Petrol 660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

14,233 mi
Last recorded14,233 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere13,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 KBE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 Z Tenere
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine660cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 14,233 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2025 14,219 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 14,040 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 12,886 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 1.9mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2022 12,510 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 12,501 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 12,019 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 12,015 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 11,373 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 10,565 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 10,559 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Oct 2019 10,554 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Handlebar mounting insecure handlebar risers loose (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake component insecure r/ clip missing from brake pin (1.1.21 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake component slightly loose r/clip missing from brake pin (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 9,549 miles

Chain guard slightly loose broken mount (6.1.7 (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 8,564 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 8,564 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2016 6,812 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 4,279 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere?

Based on 6,751 MOT tests across 745 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,287
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
745
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Footrest missing 11
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SG12 KBE is a 2012 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere in Blue with a 660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 13,974 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 Z Tenere fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG12 KBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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SG12 KBE is a 2012 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere, first registered on 7 April 2012.

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