2014 Yamaha WR 0.1L Petrol · EP02 BAM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 15,232 miles resulted in a failure due to steering headbearing play and low fluid levels. While the bike passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of steering geometry issues and fluid leaks suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed when forced by testing requirements rather than during routine preventative servicing. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 2014 model, averaging only approximately 1,270 miles per year. There is a significant three-year gap between the May 2022 and September 2025 tests, during which the bike covered only 1,083 miles. This infrequent usage suggests the vehicle sat for long periods, which often leads to degradation of rubber-based components, corrosion of seals, and potential flat-spotting of tyres, despite the low overall mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front steering assembly to ensure the slight free play noted in 2025 has been properly rectified and is not indicative of deeper structural wear. The low offside rear brake fluid level recorded in the latest test warrants a close check for leaks around the caliper, hose, or master cylinder. Additionally, the drive chain and sprockets, which were flagged as worn in 2020, should be inspected for rust or seizing, as low-mileage bikes that sit frequently suffer more from oxidation than from high-mileage friction.