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WX08 GVG

2008 Yamaha WR450F

Blue Petrol 449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,956 mi
Last recorded10,956 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha WR450F4,202 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 GVG
MakeYamaha
ModelWR450F
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine449cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 10,956 miles

no lights day light only

Pass 11 May 2021 10,780 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement monoshock linkage pivots (5.3.4 (a) (i))

no lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 12 May 2020 10,780 miles

Chain guard missing ()

no lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Pass 2 May 2019 10,780 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively slight movement on floating disc bobbins (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

no lights fitted at time of test

only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 1 May 2019 10,780 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Rear goes out when main beam on (4.2.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 9,876 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2017 8,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 10 May 2017 8,858 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 7,643 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 7,396 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 7,396 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 4,074 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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WX08 GVG is a 2008 Yamaha WR450F in Blue with a 449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WX08 GVG, 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 WX08 GVG registered?

WX08 GVG is a 2008 Yamaha WR450F, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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