2021 Indian Motorcycle Scout Bobber Sixty 1.0L Petrol · AE70 EXC

This Indian Scout Bobber Sixty presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 29 May 2026 at 21,510 miles with zero defects recorded. The most recent test confirms the motorcycle currently meets all DVSA roadworthiness standards. Earlier advisories have been addressed, indicating the previous owner corrected known issues rather than ignoring them. The trajectory from flagged defects in 2023 and 2024 to consecutive clean passes in 2025 and 2026 suggests attentive upkeep in recent years. The mileage pattern reveals low annual use of roughly 4,300 miles per year, which is modest for a 2021 machine. The intervals between tests show steady accumulation: 10,364 miles in April 2023, 15,652 miles in May 2024, 19,449 miles in May 2025, and 21,510 miles in May 2026. Each yearly increment has narrowed slightly, from approximately 5,288 miles between 2023 and 2024 down to 2,061 miles between 2025 and 2026. This tapering could indicate reduced riding frequency or a change in ownership pattern. No suspicious gaps or sudden jumps appear in the record, and the odometer progression reads as consistent and plausible. The 2024 advisory for rear brake pads close to the minimum limit at 15,652 miles, combined with the 2023 advisory for front brake pads at 10,364 miles, points to a rider who used the brakes hard enough to consume pads at a rate roughly in line with the mileage. Both issues were resolved before subsequent tests, so no active brake defect remains. A buyer should still inspect the current pad thicknesses, disc condition, and caliper operation in person, as low-mileage motorcycles can suffer from seized calipers or uneven disc wear if left standing for extended periods. The 2023 advisory for all direction indicators flashing faster than 120 times per minute at 10,364 miles likely indicated a failed relay or incompatible LED fitment, which has since been corrected. A quick function check of all lights and indicators during a test ride remains sensible. Given the low mileage and clean recent record, structural corrosion is unlikely but not impossible if the bike was stored outdoors or near salted roads. A buyer should examine the frame welds, swingarm pivot area, exhaust headers, and any exposed fasteners for surface rust or pitting. Suspension components, including fork seals and rear shock linkage, deserve close inspection because infrequent use can cause seals to dry out and bearings to develop play despite low mileage. The tyre date codes and tread depth should also be verified, as rubber degrades with age regardless of use. Overall, the MOT history supports a well-maintained machine with no outstanding defects, but a hands-on inspection remains essential to confirm the mechanical reality matches the paperwork.