2000 Yamaha SR125 0.1L Petrol · W326 DTW

The 2000 Yamaha SR125 presents a stable mechanical condition, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 19 August 2025 at 50,015 miles with zero defects recorded. A test conducted just four days earlier on 15 August 2025 failed at the exact same mileage, yet no defects were recorded for this failure. This suggests an administrative anomaly or an aborted test rather than a sudden mechanical deterioration. The maintenance trend remains stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural faults documented across the vehicle's history. The mileage profile indicates exceptionally low usage, accumulating roughly 1,924 miles annually over 26 years. Between the March 2016 test at 49,353 miles and the August 2019 test at 49,458 miles, the motorcycle covered only 105 miles over a three-year period. A similar pattern emerges from August 2019 to August 2025, where the odometer advanced by just 557 miles over six years. Such prolonged stationary periods typically cause deterioration of rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, alongside potential corrosion in the brake system and exhaust internals. A buyer must inspect the components most susceptible to degradation from prolonged inactivity. Check the front and rear brake calipers for seized pistons and the brake discs for surface corrosion that could compromise braking efficiency. Examine the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and the exhaust system for internal rust that might not be visible externally. The suspension linkage and swingarm bearings require close scrutiny for dried-out grease and corrosion. Although the MOT record shows no structural or mechanical advisories, the lack of defects does not guarantee the integrity of consumables degraded by time rather than mileage.