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R455 TKP

1998 Yamaha WR400

Red Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha WR4003,703 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 TKP
MakeYamaha
ModelWR400
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 26 Jul 2025

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2023

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2022

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020
Pass 13 Jul 2018
Pass 3 Oct 2009

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2008

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2007

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR400?

Based on 1,812 MOT tests across 278 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
264
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
278
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 54
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 53
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Tyre is unsuitable 40
wheel bearings have excessive free play 26
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R455 TKP is a 1998 Yamaha WR400 in Red with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha WR400 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 3,703 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha WR400 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 54 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R455 TKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR400 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha WR400 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R455 TKP registered?

R455 TKP is a 1998 Yamaha WR400, first registered on 20 July 1998.

Is R455 TKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 TKP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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