2007 Yamaha YZF R1 1.0L Petrol · AY07 AVP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT test on 13 June 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the motorcycle consistently addresses minor electrical and consumable faults immediately upon failure. The failure in June 2025 at 22,029 miles was due to a rear tyre with exposed ply cord, which was rectified within two days to achieve a pass, indicating the owner is attentive to safety-critical defects once they are identified. At 22,031 miles, the mileage is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old machine, averaging approximately 1,160 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage intervals between tests, with only 696 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 examinations. While this low mileage suggests light use, it also implies the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary. This pattern of use reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain but often leads to degradation of rubber, seals, and fluids rather than mileage-related fatigue. A physical inspection should focus on the condition of rubber-based components that suffer from age rather than use. The buyer must check the fork seals for perished cracking, the brake lines for internal rot, and the tyres for flat-spots or hardening. Given the previous failure of the offside rear indicator in 2024, the wiring loom and bulb connectors should be checked for corrosion or brittle insulation. While the MOT record shows no structural corrosion or brake advisories, the frame should be inspected for surface rust to ensure the long-term storage has not resulted in moisture damage.