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FL51 GGZ

2001 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha WR450F1,000 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 GGZ
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 30 Oct 2025

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

Fuel pipe leaking carb leaking fuel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jan 2024
Pass 19 Dec 2022

No lights fitted at the time of test (day time mot only)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017
Fail 1 May 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 May 2015

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 10 May 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 10 May 2014

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2013 946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 May 2012

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

Pass 5 May 2012
Pass 30 Apr 2011

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 946 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 146 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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FL51 GGZ is a 2001 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 2001 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 1,000 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 FL51 GGZ, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FL51 GGZ registered?

FL51 GGZ is a 2001 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is FL51 GGZ safe to buy?

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