2004 Yamaha XT 225 S 0.2L Petrol · G484 YDV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its final recorded inspection. The most recent MOT conducted on 20 August 2021 at 28,583 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates the motorcycle was in a functional mechanical state at that time, though the lack of testing for the subsequent five years means the current operational integrity remains unverified by official DVSA standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old machine, averaging only approximately 1,300 miles per year. The recorded 28,583 miles at the 2021 test suggests the bike has seen very light use or has spent significant periods in a static state of storage. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluids due to age, which is not captured by mileage figures alone. A physical inspection must focus on the effects of long-term storage and low usage. The buyer should check for perished fuel lines, cracked rubber boots, and leaking fork seals which often fail over time regardless of mileage. Given the five-year gap since the last test, it is critical to examine the brake discs for surface corrosion and the tyres for flat-spot or deep cracking. A thorough check of the frame for structural rust is necessary to ensure that the low usage has not masked underlying environmental damage to the motorcycle.