APRILIA 1997 · 0.3L PETROL

The most recent MOT entry dates back to July 2012, meaning there is no valid test certificate for this vehicle in the last fourteen years. The record shows a clean pass with no defects noted at that time, but this data is far too old to reflect the current mechanical state of the machine. The historical pattern between 2008 and 2012 appears completely stable, with the bike passing every annual test without a single recorded advisory or failure. This suggests the vehicle was well-maintained during that specific five-year window, though it provides no evidence of how it has been treated since then. With only 13,638 miles recorded over twenty-nine years, the average usage is extremely low at roughly 470 miles per year. While this indicates light use, it strongly implies long periods of inactivity which can be more damaging than regular riding for rubber seals, fuel systems, and tyres. The ambiguity here is whether the bike was garaged and cared for or simply left to deteriorate while stationary. You must treat this purchase as a project requiring immediate attention rather than a ready-to-run vehicle. The lack of recent testing means all safety-critical components are effectively unverified. Your first inspection should focus on the condition of the tyres for age-related cracking, the integrity of brake hoses and fluid, and any signs of corrosion on the frame or swingarm.