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RX58 LYY

2008 Yamaha WR450

Blue Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,448 mi
Last recorded14,448 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha WR4503,436 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 LYY
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2025 14,448 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 13,473 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess slightly buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 12,157 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2022 11,926 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Chain guard missing

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Solo seat fitted at time of test, no pillion footrests

Pass 6 Jan 2021
Pass 19 Aug 2019 11,553 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 11,318 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 11,045 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 11,043 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 10,263 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 8,263 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 6,577 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 5,174 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 2,766 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 2,766 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha WR450?

Based on 898 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
324
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
Tyre is unsuitable 7
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
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RX58 LYY is a 2008 Yamaha WR450 in Blue with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha WR450 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 3,436 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 WR450 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX58 LYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha WR450 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha WR450 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX58 LYY registered?

RX58 LYY is a 2008 Yamaha WR450, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is RX58 LYY safe to buy?

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