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WX08 DHY

2008 Yamaha XT

Blue Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,683 mi
Last recorded20,683 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT5,003 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 DHY
MakeYamaha
ModelXT
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 20,683 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 20,645 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 20,645 miles

Nearside Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2024 20,390 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2024 20,371 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements when front brake pulled intermittent operation of stop lamp (4.3.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT?

Based on 9,195 MOT tests across 1,322 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
1,019
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
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WX08 DHY is a 2008 Yamaha XT in Blue with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 5,003 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX08 DHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX08 DHY registered?

WX08 DHY is a 2008 Yamaha XT, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is WX08 DHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 DHY shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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