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W173 VAW

2000 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW173 VAW
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2024

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023
Pass 15 Sep 2022
Pass 6 Aug 2021
Pass 29 Jun 2020 2,168 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 2,154 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Dec 2016 2,092 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 2,205 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2013 818 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 344 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 26,954 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 26,754 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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W173 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 W173 VAW, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W173 VAW registered?

W173 VAW is a 2000 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 25 April 2000.

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The MOT history for W173 VAW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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