1987 Yamaha Unknown 0.5L Petrol · D510 FDL

The Yamaha presents a stable and consistently maintained roadworthiness profile, culminating in a clean pass on 17 July 2024 at 7,422 miles. The tester recorded zero defects during this most recent assessment, indicating no immediate mechanical or structural faults. This unblemished record across the last three tests demonstrates a reliable baseline of vehicle integrity. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a 1987 machine, averaging just 190 miles annually. Between the March 2020 test at 6,543 miles and the February 2021 test at 6,934 miles, the motorcycle covered only 391 miles. A longer period of inactivity follows, with just 488 miles added between February 2021 and July 2024. Such sporadic use typically points to prolonged standing rather than sustained wear on consumables, suspension, or drivetrain components. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must physically inspect components susceptible to deterioration from prolonged inactivity. Tyres will likely suffer from sidewall cracking and flat spots from sitting stationary, rendering them unsafe regardless of tread depth. The tester cannot fully assess structural corrosion or perished suspension bushes without a rigorous physical check, so examine the frame welds, swingarm, and fork stanchions for rust. Seized brake calipers and degraded fork seals are common casualties of low-mileage motorcycles, requiring a thorough test ride and close visual scrutiny before purchase.