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WN55 YWY

2005 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20 mi
Last recorded20 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Yamaha WR450F2,566 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN55 YWY
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 20 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025
Pass 5 Jul 2024

No Lights Fitted at time of test

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2019

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

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Mar 2018

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 5,035 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2017 5,035 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 3,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 3,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 3,154 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 May 2010 2,905 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 2,630 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 2,629 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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WN55 YWY is a 2005 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 2,566 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 WN55 YWY, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WN55 YWY registered?

WN55 YWY is a 2005 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 2 November 2005.

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