2010 Direct Biks Scooter 0.1L Petrol · DK60 APO

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass dated 12 June 2026 at 8,373 miles, yet the record shows a worsening maintenance trend. Four days earlier, on 8 June 2026, the same test station failed the scooter at identical mileage for front brake excessively binding, rear tyre ply or cord exposed, rear tyre structural tear, and steering headbearing excessive free play. The owner corrected the safety-critical items before the pass, but the light switch crack and deformed handlebar remained as advisories. This pattern repeats an earlier failure on 23 January 2024 at 6,965 miles for a rear tyre cut to the cords, passed next day after replacement. Recurring tyre and steering faults suggest deferred consumable care and possible neglect of core chassis components. The mileage profile is irregular and sparse. The 2015 test shows 69,545 miles, then a gap of over eight years to the 2024 record at just 6,965 miles, a drop of 62,580 miles that indicates either a clerical error or the clock was reset or the machine stood unused for long periods. From January 2024 to June 2026 the scooter covered only 1,408 miles, around 523 per year. Low recent use with a 16-year age points to prolonged storage, which commonly degrades tyres, brake calipers, and bearings through stagnation rather than wear. A buyer must physically verify the front brake caliper and hose for sticking or corrosion, since binding recurred within days of the June 2026 test and may return. The steering headbearing needs hands-on checking for notchy movement or play; excessive wear there affects stability. Inspect both tyres for sidewall cracking and internal separation, as two separate MOTs flagged cord exposure and tears. Confirm the handlebar is straight and the light switch functions, despite being classed serviceable. Given the 2024 and 2026 tyre failures and steering play, previous keepers skipped basic roadworthiness checks between tests. The scooter is road legal today but carries a clear history of structural and brake neglect that warrants a workshop inspection before purchase.