1987 KAWASAKI 454 LTD0.5L PETROL

The most recent MOT, dated 23 July 2014, recorded a mileage of 4,696 mi and was passed with no defects noted. The previous test, on 30 July 2013 at 3,378 mi, also passed without any recorded issues. With only two MOT entries, both clean, there is no evidence of recurring mechanical problems or emerging faults. The pattern is therefore stable – the vehicle has shown no deterioration in the limited MOT record available. Because the data set is small, it cannot demonstrate a trend of worsening condition; it simply indicates that, at the times of testing, the bike met the minimum safety standards. At roughly 120 mi per year over 39 years, the mileage is exceptionally low. This could mean the motorcycle has been lightly used, which generally reduces wear on components such as the engine, transmission, suspension, brakes and tyres. Conversely, long periods of inactivity can lead to issues like dried seals, corrosion, or tyre flat‑spotting that are not captured by MOT results. The mileage figure alone does not tell whether the bike has been stored properly or simply ridden infrequently, so the wear signal remains ambiguous. For a prospective buyer, the priority is a thorough visual and functional inspection.