2016 Honda CRF 0.4L Petrol · WK66 ANU

A strikingly clean MOT record defines this 2016 Honda CRF, with every test to date returning a pass and no recorded failures or dangerous defects across the three examinations on file. The most recent assessment on 14 May 2026 returned a clean pass with no advisories, continuing a stable trajectory of roadworthiness. The only points raised across a decade of testing are three minor advisories, each isolated to a single component rather than pointing to systemic deterioration. This pattern suggests a machine that has been kept in fundamentally sound mechanical condition, with the noted issues confined to wearable items that one would reasonably expect to address during routine maintenance. The recorded mileage of 1,465 miles over approximately ten years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 146 miles, which is exceptionally low even for a motorcycle of this type and points to either very occasional recreational use or extended periods of storage between rides. The gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests, and the further gap to the 2026 test, together with such minimal mileage, indicates that this CRF has likely spent significant time stationary. While low mileage preserves the engine internals, brakes, and drivetrain from wear, prolonged standing can bring its own concerns, including moisture ingress in fuel systems, drying of rubber components, surface corrosion on exposed metal parts, and potential battery degradation. The fact that only brake pads, a tyre, and an exhaust noise advisory have surfaced despite this usage profile is a reasonably reassuring sign, though the underlying condition of seals, fuel lines, and electrolytic components will not be reflected in the MOT data. Given the advisory for rear brake pads approaching minimum thickness in 2022, a prospective buyer should anticipate that the pads will have required replacement since and should confirm the date and quality of the work carried out. On a test ride, pay particular attention to rear braking feel, listening for any metallic scraping that might indicate pad wear or a scored disc surface, and check for any binding or uneven pull that could suggest a seized caliper slider from disuse. Inspect the rear tyre for cracking in the sidewall rubber, which is more common on lightly used machines that have sat under load for long periods, and verify the manufacturing date on the sidewall to ensure it has not aged out of serviceability regardless of tread depth. The exhaust noise advisory from 2024, while minor, warrants a physical check of the system for corrosion at the header pipe joint, heat shield security, and any signs of blowing at the gasket or silencer mounting. Start the machine from cold and listen for irregular idle, smoke from the exhaust, or any hesitation that might suggest stale fuel or carburettor issues consistent with long-term storage. Inspect all rubber items including fork seals, swingarm pivot bushes, and suspension linkage bearings for drying or surface cracking, as these components degrade with age regardless of mileage. Check that both the front and rear brake discs are free from significant surface corrosion pitting, which can occur on infrequently ridden machines, and verify the chain and sprocket condition, as even low-mileage examples suffer from lubrication neglect and rust when left standing.