2012 Triumph Daytona 0.7L Petrol · CE62 PZW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2024 at 16,946 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior for a major exhaust leak, a dipped beam headlamp, and uneven tyre wear. This trend of intermittent failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,210 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between October 2021 and April 2023, where the bike covered only 281 miles in 18 months. While low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risks associated with age degradation. Long periods of standing often lead to perished rubber seals, fluid breakdown, and internal corrosion of fuel components, which are not always fully captured by a low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the exhaust system to ensure the major leak identified in March 2024 was properly rectified and not merely patched. The recorded tyre wear in the centre of the tread suggests either over-inflation or alignment issues, which warrants a check of the front forks and swingarm. Furthermore, given the low usage, the brake discs should be inspected for pitting or corrosion, and the electrical system must be tested for intermittent faults, as the previous stop lamp failure indicates the wiring system has already shown signs of vulnerability.