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WG06 OWZ

2006 Yamaha XT 660 R

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

54,220 mi
Last recorded54,220 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R11,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG06 OWZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 54,220 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 18 Aug 2023 54,214 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear 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))

Nearside Front Headlight loom , headlight power connector loose in yolks

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 28 Feb 2023 54,085 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 53,090 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2020 51,817 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2020 51,811 miles

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

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 46,698 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 46,698 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Bolt missing from headlight cowling

Gear lever loose

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 46,385 miles

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 44,479 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 43,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 43,059 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 40,528 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 39,842 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 38,870 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 32,203 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 31,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 24,661 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 18,914 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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WG06 OWZ is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WG06 OWZ, 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.

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WG06 OWZ is a 2006 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 24 June 2006.

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