2002 Yamaha YZF R1 1.0L Petrol · L18 GBR

The most recent MOT, conducted on 26 July 2025 at 44,358 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no advisories recorded. This indicates the vehicle is currently roadworthy and presents a stable maintenance profile across the supplied history. The twin failures on 15 June 2024 and 16 July 2022, both immediately followed by passes on the same day, suggest defects that were quickly rectified rather than evidence of a worsening mechanical condition. Overall, the trend is consistent and reassuring, with no escalating faults. The recorded mileage of 44,358 miles against a 2002 registration equates to roughly 1,848 miles per year, which is notably low for a machine of this age. The interval between the July 2022 test at 43,034 miles and the June 2024 test at 43,912 miles shows only 878 miles covered across two years, and the subsequent year added just 446 miles. These long periods of light use indicate the bike has likely spent significant time stationary. That pattern can introduce issues unrelated to wear, such as perished rubber hoses, dried-out seals, or corrosion forming on brake discs and electrical contacts. Given the sparse and clean MOT record, the pre-purchase inspection should focus on the effects of standing rather than on any recorded mechanical faults. Pay close attention to the condition of the tyres for age-related cracking, check that the brake calipers are not binding after inactivity, and assess the fork seals and suspension bushes for deterioration. The fuel system should also be scrutinised for stale fuel residue or blocked injectors, as these are common consequences of an intermittently used motorcycle. There is nothing in the defect history to suggest structural concerns, but a thorough examination of any visible corrosion on the frame and exhaust system remains prudent for a bike of this age.