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KW03 YBU

2003 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR450F2,444 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW03 YBU
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026

Daytime use MOT. Lights and indicators taped up at time of test.

Pass 11 Apr 2025

Daytime use MOT. Lights and indicators taped up at time of test.

Pass 26 Oct 2023
Pass 3 Nov 2022
Pass 4 Nov 2021
Pass 6 Nov 2020

Daylight use only. Lights taped up at time of test.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Feb 2019

Daytime use MOT. Lights and indicators taped up at time of test.

Pass 10 Feb 2018

Daytime use only. Lights inoperative.

Fail 3 Feb 2018

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Daytime use only. Lights inoperative.

Pass 31 Jan 2017 8,549 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016

DAYTIME USE ONLY.

Pass 12 Feb 2015 7,810 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 14 Sep 2013 1,999 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 1,999 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 4,908 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 4,908 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 4,003 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 18,910 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Chain guard missing

Fail 29 Oct 2008 18,910 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Pass 14 Nov 2006

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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KW03 YBU is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KW03 YBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KW03 YBU registered?

KW03 YBU is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is KW03 YBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KW03 YBU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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