Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere
MotorcycleFrom 447 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28.1% of Xt 660 Z Tenere failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £63.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 87.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Xt 660 Z Teneres tested had between 16,884 and 35,779 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 24,800 median miles, the Xt 660 Z Tenere has 0.058 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere has a 85.7% MOT pass rate based on 447 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere is 24,800 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,884 and 35,779 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.