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MW52 XXM

2003 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR450F2,444 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 XXM
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2023

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

Lights not fitted at time of test

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

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

lights not fitted at time of test

Pass 17 Dec 2019

Daylight use only, lights taped over at time of test

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

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 10 Jan 2018

Only used during daylight hours, and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 21 Dec 2016
Fail 21 Dec 2016

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015

front brake disc bobbins worn

Fail 21 Dec 2015

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front brake disc bobbins worn

Pass 22 Dec 2014

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 22 Dec 2014

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn control not readily accesible. (1.7.2a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

steering head bearings notchy

Pass 21 Dec 2013

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 21 Dec 2013

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 2,435 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 2,435 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Fail 6 Apr 2012 60 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

rear brake disc worn

Pass 18 Nov 2010 50 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 2,986 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2007 2,842 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 2,794 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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MW52 XXM 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 68.4%.

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 MW52 XXM, 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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MW52 XXM is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 6 October 2003.

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