2002 Yamaha YZF R1 1.0L Petrol · BX02 ACV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its most recent MOT test on October 4 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the initial failure on that same date indicates a lapse in preventative preparation due to a noisy exhaust silencer and a headlamp aimed too high. These issues were rectified immediately, resulting in a pass on the same day at 23,731 miles, suggesting the owner is reactive to testing requirements rather than proactively maintaining. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twenty-four-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 989 miles per year. There is a significant three-year gap between May 2020 and May 2023 during which only 136 miles were recorded. Since then, the bike has seen very little use, covering just 784 miles over the last twenty-four months. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and fluid breakdown rather than traditional mechanical wear from high mileage. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the exhaust system, as the 2025 failure confirms the silencer suffered from internal corrosion or structural fatigue. Given the low mileage and long periods of inactivity, a thorough check is required for seized brake calipers, leaking fork seals, and perished fuel hoses. The frame should also be inspected for surface rust that can develop during stationary periods, as the MOT record does not account for the structural integrity that often affects older bikes of this era.