Yamaha Wr450F
MotorcycleFrom 249 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 7 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 7 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 6 |
| a wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up | 4 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Wr450Fs tested had between 1,494 and 5,864 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Wr450F MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Wr450F has a 79.9% MOT pass rate based on 249 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Wr450F?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Wr450F is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Wr450F at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Wr450F is 3,561 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 1,494 and 5,864 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.