Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere (2011)
2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere
CarHunch analysed 124 real MOT records for the 2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2011 Yamaha XT 660 Z Tenere has a first-time MOT pass rate of 67.4%, which is 12.6 percentage points below the UK average—a meaningful gap that suggests these bikes are prone to developing issues. With 10.5% having experienced dangerous defects at some point, it's a minor but genuine concern for a used buyer.
At a median of just under 16,000 miles for a 13-year-old bike, these Tenerés are lightly used, but they're still averaging 0.65 failures and 3.2 advisories per vehicle when they do fail, pointing to a pattern of wear and maintenance neglect rather than fundamental design flaws. Before purchasing one, have an independent mechanic inspect the fuel system, electrics, and brake components specifically—these areas drive the advisory count higher than average for the age.
What to check before buying a 2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (93%) | 115 | 64.9% | 0.7 |
| Other (7%) | 9 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere vehicles fall between 11,616 and 26,157 miles.
2011 Yamaha Xt 660 Z Tenere — Still on the Road
45 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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