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WV08 SYO

2008 Yamaha XT 660 R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,778 mi
Last recorded30,778 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R12,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 SYO
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2021 30,778 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 28,144 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 23,671 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,693 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,466 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 3,801 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 1,940 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 1,919 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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WV08 SYO is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,324 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WV08 SYO, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT 660 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WV08 SYO registered?

WV08 SYO is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is WV08 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 SYO shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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