2013 Yamaha Unknown 0.5L Petrol · YS13 AJV

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised, reflecting a severe decline in maintenance standards following a period of neglect. While the vehicle maintained clean records in its early life, the August 2022 failure reveals a catastrophic breakdown in basic upkeep across multiple safety-critical systems. The trend shows a sharp transition from careful ownership to a state of mechanical abandonment, as the motorcycle was operated with significant structural failures and missing safety equipment before the last recorded test. The mileage data indicates an extremely low-use pattern for a 2013 model. The vehicle recorded just 1,870 miles in May 2018 and 3,031 miles by May 2019, reaching 4,285 miles by April 2021. This average of fewer than 1,000 miles per year explains the degradation of rubber and components rather than mechanical wear, though the lack of mileage data for the 2022 test makes it impossible to determine if the usage has increased or remained stationary since the last major failure. A buyer must conduct a rigorous inspection of the structural integrity of the frame and the braking system. The 2022 test flagged insecure front upper suspension arm brackets and missing split pins, which represents a major risk of steering geometry failure. The parking brake efficiency was below 50 percent, and the rear brake linkage was worn, necessitating a full strip down of the braking assembly. Furthermore, the major exhaust leak and severely worn drive chain indicate that the powertrain and emissions systems have been ignored for years. Immediate attention is also required for the lighting and electrical controls, as the record notes missing direction indicators, a non-functional horn, and a missing reflector. The buyer should verify the security of the handlebar grips and the condition of the tyres, as the previous tyre was flagged as not for road use. Given the history of missing components, every fluid and rubber seal should be considered perished due to age despite the low mileage.