1985 YAMAHA SRX6000.6L PETROL

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of recurring reactive neglect rather than proactive care. The latest test on 4 August 2022 at 18,779 miles resulted in a pass only after addressing failures regarding a rear position lamp, a noisy exhaust, and a loose drive chain. While the bike currently passes, the persistence of the drive chain and exhaust issues across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when legally compelled by an MOT failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 41-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 458 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between August 2019 and August 2021, where the vehicle covered only 16 miles over two years. This pattern of use suggests the bike sits for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, dry seals, and internal corrosion, as evidenced by the stiff steering headbearing and the sticky brake lever noted in the 2021 failure. A buyer must physically inspect the steering and throttle assembly, as the 2021 test specifically flagged a stiff or notchy steering headbearing and a throttle control that affected safe operation. The recurring failure for a loose nearside drive chain between 2019 and 2022 indicates the drivetrain is not being tensioned or lubricated regularly. Given the extremely low mileage and long periods of inactivity, check for seized brake calipers and perished fuel lines, as these are common failure points for machines of this age that are not used frequently.