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SN08 FGD

2008 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha WR450F4,202 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 FGD
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads worn close to the maximum (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2024

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front brake pads worn close to the limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads worn close to the limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bush has slight play - possible upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

minor oil leak from front sprocket area

Pass 30 Aug 2019

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

No switch fitted on control one for brake light.

Fail 27 Aug 2019 28 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

No switch fitted on control one for brake light.

Pass 18 Jul 2014
Fail 2 Aug 2011

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

chain spring link fitted back to front

Pass 2 Aug 2011

No indicators fitted at time of test

chain spring link fitted back to front

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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SN08 FGD is a 2008 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 4,202 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 SN08 FGD, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SN08 FGD registered?

SN08 FGD is a 2008 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is SN08 FGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN08 FGD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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