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DG53 DRO

2003 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,371 mi
Last recorded1,371 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR450F2,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 DRO
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 1,371 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 1,111 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 940 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 852 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 101 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Aug 2019 321 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 427 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 420 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 359 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 359 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

the machine has off road tyres fitted (nobblies) to the front & rear but both are displaying the e mark

Fail 7 Sep 2011 359 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

the machine has off road tyres fitted (nobblies) to the front & rear but both are displaying the e mark

Pass 9 Apr 2010 987 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 260 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 260 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 19 Dec 2007 1,192 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 1,192 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 1,192 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 1,192 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 839 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR450F?

Based on 6,916 MOT tests across 891 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
268
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
891
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 158
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 133
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 103
wheel bearings have excessive free play 91
Tyre is unsuitable 90
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DG53 DRO is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 2,444 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 WR450F fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG53 DRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR450F typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DG53 DRO registered?

DG53 DRO is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is DG53 DRO safe to buy?

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