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WR55 YAM

2006 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,819 mi
Last recorded4,819 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Yamaha WR450F3,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 YAM
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 4,819 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 4,786 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2025 4,786 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 4,623 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 4,211 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 3,672 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 3,630 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2017 3,269 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 2,725 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 2,299 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 2,299 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 1,828 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 1,321 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 638 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 277 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 277 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 269 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 18 May 2009 269 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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WR55 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Yamaha WR450F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 3,373 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 WR55 YAM, 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 20 years old, this Yamaha WR450F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR55 YAM registered?

WR55 YAM is a 2006 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 1 January 2006.

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