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HF05 NBX

2005 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Yamaha WR450F2,566 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 NBX
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Indicators not fitted but this vehicle is an off road vehicle with no passenger foot pegs

Fail 13 May 2026

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Indicators not fitted but this vehicle is an off road vehicle with no passenger foot pegs

Pass 21 Sep 2018 17,235 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 16,474 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 16,471 miles

Direction indicator missing all, switch in place (1.5.1a)

Tyre is unsuitable not F.I.M approved or 'e' marked (4.1.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 15,934 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 15,021 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2014 13,717 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 13,717 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 13,405 miles

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Dec 2012 13,396 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 9,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2010 7,040 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 5,687 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 3,601 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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HF05 NBX is a 2005 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 2,566 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 HF05 NBX, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF05 NBX registered?

HF05 NBX is a 2005 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is HF05 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 NBX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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