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WX56 BWG

2006 Yamaha XT660X

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,257 mi
Last recorded18,257 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha XT660X12,596 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 BWG
MakeYamaha
ModelXT660X
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 18,257 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2026 18,221 miles

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 17,744 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 17,411 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,089 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 15,984 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 15,984 miles

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

Central Rear Upper Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 15,622 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 14,024 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 12,067 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 10,160 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,868 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 9,127 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 8,336 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2013 7,670 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 5,148 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 5,148 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 4,387 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,424 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 3,424 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT660X?

Based on 7,396 MOT tests across 744 vehicles.

86.5%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
744
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 117
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 31
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
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WX56 BWG is a 2006 Yamaha XT660X in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha XT660X models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,596 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 XT660X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX56 BWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT660X typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha XT660X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX56 BWG registered?

WX56 BWG is a 2006 Yamaha XT660X, first registered on 20 December 2006.

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