2008 KTM 690 SMC 0.7L Petrol · CX58 FCM

The vehicle is currently in a stable roadworthiness state based on the most recent MOT pass on 12 April 2024 at 28,507 miles. The record shows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any recorded defects or advisories. While the bike failed on the same day it passed in both 2023 and 2024, the lack of listed defects suggests these were likely administrative errors or minor issues resolved instantly during the test. The mileage is notably low for an 18 year old machine, averaging roughly 1,584 miles per year. A significant gap exists between the March 2020 test at 13,614 miles and the March 2023 test at 25,578 miles, during which the bike covered nearly 12,000 miles. This indicates a period of heavier use followed by a sharp decline in annual mileage over the last three years. Because the MOT history is unusually clean and lacks any advisories for wear and tear, a physical inspection must focus on components that do not always trigger a failure. Check for perished rubber seals, cracked tyres, and fluid degradation resulting from the low annual usage. The lack of mentioned corrosion in the records is positive, but the buyer should still inspect the frame and swingarm for surface rust common to this model. Verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, as low-mileage bikes often suffer from pitting or seizing calipers due to inactivity. Inspect the suspension forks for leaks and ensure the chain and sprockets show appropriate tension and wear. Given the clean record, the primary risk is not mechanical neglect but the effects of long-term standing.