YAMAHA XJR13002008 · 1.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness history, though the data reflects a significant lapse in recent testing. The last recorded MOT took place in July 2018 at 6,616 miles, which passed despite an advisory for a rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. Since no MOT has been recorded for the past eight years, the vehicle's current roadworthiness is unverified by official channels, and the mechanical condition may have deteriorated due to prolonged periods of inactivity. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for an eighteen-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 368 miles per year. Between the 2012 test at 3,866 miles and the 2018 test at 6,616 miles, the bike covered only 2,750 miles over six years. This suggests the motorcycle was used sporadically or stored for long intervals. While low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown, which are not captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of components that suffer from time rather than distance. Check for perished or cracked fork-arm seals, fuel lines, and brake hoses, which become brittle when left to sit. The 2018 advisory regarding the worn tyre indicates that basic consumable maintenance was neglected at the end of the last recorded period. Given the long gap in testing, inspect the brake discs for heavy corrosion and the calipers for seized pistons, and ensure the tyres have not flat-spotted or rot from standing.