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WV08 XRE

2008 Yamaha XT 660 R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

22,483 mi
Last recorded22,483 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R12,324 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 XRE
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 22,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 22,440 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 22,346 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 21,658 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 21,463 miles

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

Front wheel spokes slightly corroded

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear wheel spokes slightly corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2018 21,463 miles

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

Stop lamp not working From any lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front wheel spokes slightly corroded

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear wheel spokes slightly corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2016 17,646 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,182 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 2,414 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 2,107 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 1,667 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 1,667 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2011 1,003 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 XRE is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 WV08 XRE, 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 XRE registered?

WV08 XRE is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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