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YG66 DFX

2016 Yamaha Xj

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,720 mi
Last recorded12,720 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Yamaha Xj5,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG66 DFX
MakeYamaha
ModelXj
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 12,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 4,491 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 4,233 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 3,879 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 2,641 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 2,640 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 2,564 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 1,778 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xj?

Based on 8,530 MOT tests across 1,095 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
965
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,095
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 85
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
reflector on motorcycle missing 28
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YG66 DFX is a 2016 Yamaha Xj in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 5,676 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YG66 DFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 10 years old, this Yamaha Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YG66 DFX registered?

YG66 DFX is a 2016 Yamaha Xj, first registered on 26 September 2016.

Is YG66 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YG66 DFX 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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