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VX53 VKF

2003 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha WR450F2,444 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 VKF
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2020

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019

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

Pass 23 May 2018

non std exhaust

Pass 26 May 2017

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2016

Daytime Mot Issued

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively Rear Shock Bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 May 2016

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Daytime Mot Issued

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively Rear Shock Bushes (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2014

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Fail 26 Feb 2014

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012
Pass 10 May 2011 658 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 658 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 458 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 300 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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VX53 VKF is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VX53 VKF, 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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What year was VX53 VKF registered?

VX53 VKF is a 2003 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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The MOT history for VX53 VKF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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