2002 Yamaha YZF R1 1.0L Petrol · AR02 LVC

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection. In the test conducted in September 2025 at 40,449 miles, the motorcycle passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle currently meets minimum safety and emissions standards without immediate mechanical or structural failures flagged by the tester. The recorded mileage of 40,449 miles over a 24-year period is exceptionally low, averaging out to approximately 1,685 miles per annum. This low usage pattern suggests the bike has been used sparingly or kept in storage for long intervals between rides. However, such low mileage on an older machine often masks age-related degradation that does not manifest through mechanical wear, as rubber-based components and fluids can perish or corrode over time regardless of the distance covered. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to time-based failure rather than mileage. Examine the tyres for deep-rot and sidewall cracking, as low mileage often leads to hardened rubber despite having sufficient tread depth. The brake lines should be checked for perished perished or corrosion, and the fork seals should be inspected for oil leaks that indicate dried seals. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the frame for structural rust and corrosion is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not compromised the integrity of the chassis.