1996 YAMAHA 0.9L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 18 July 2024 at 62,528 miles. The maintenance trend shows a period of instability involving two consecutive failures within the same month in 2024. Despite these failures on 11 July and 16 July, the vehicle achieved a pass on the third attempt, suggesting that the underlying issues were likely minor or consumable-related items that were rectified quickly rather than indicating a deep-seated mechanical failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,084 miles per year. Between June 2022 and June 2023, the vehicle covered 3,687 miles, while it added another 5,672 miles in the year leading up to the 2024 test. This consistent low-usage pattern suggests long periods of stationary storage. While low mileage reduces wear on drivetrain components, it often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and brake corrosion which can occur regardless of the distance driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, as low-mileage vehicles from the mid-90s are prone to hidden rust in areas where moisture collects. Inspect the suspension bushes and hydraulic lines for cracking or splitting, as these materials degrade over decades of sitting. Given the two recent failures in July 2024, verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers to ensure no binding or excessive pitting has occurred due to the periods of inactivity.