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LJ53 VCW

2003 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,528 mi
Last recorded3,528 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR450F2,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 VCW
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2020 3,528 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 3,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 3,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 3,528 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 3,528 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute All (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2015

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2015

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 3,528 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 3,484 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 2,637 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 2,637 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 1,546 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 821 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2009 821 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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LJ53 VCW is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LJ53 VCW, 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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LJ53 VCW is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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