1989 Yamaha Unknown 0.2L Petrol · F346 FCC

A fault-free MOT record spanning every test from December 2021 through December 2025 establishes a strong and uninterrupted roadworthiness profile for this Yamaha, with the most recent assessment on 18 December 2025 confirming a clean pass and no advisories issued. Across five consecutive examinations there is not a single flagged defect, advisory, or component flagged for monitoring, which is an unusually consistent pattern for a motorcycle now approaching three decades of age. The absence of recurring mentions relating to suspension, braking, lighting, or structural items suggests that the machine has either been kept in particularly sound mechanical condition or has seen only limited use between annual tests. Either interpretation supports a buyer conclusion that no chronic or developing fault has been documented by DVSA examiners during the recorded testing period. With a recorded odometer reading of 19,993 miles spread across approximately 27 years, annual mileage works out at around 740 miles per year, which is exceptionally low for a motorcycle. There is no recorded MOT history prior to 2021 in the dataset supplied, so it cannot be confirmed whether the bike has been in continuous use, used only seasonally, or laid up for extended periods. The annual test cadence from 2021 onwards is perfectly regular at roughly twelve-month intervals, indicating the machine has been actively maintained for testing rather than off the road, but the very modest annual mileage suggests periods of minimal riding between tests. Such low usage typically produces wear concentrated in areas affected by standing rather than active mechanical load, meaning deterioration is more likely to be found on seals, cables, brake calipers, and exposed fasteners than on internal drivetrain components. For a prospective buyer, the clean advisory record means there are no specific components previously flagged for attention to investigate further, but the low-mileage profile warrants careful physical inspection of items that suffer from inactivity. On a test ride, listen for any stiffness or binding through the front forks as they should move smoothly without drag, as old fork oil can degrade even with little use. Check that the brake calipers release cleanly without dragging, as seized caliper pistons are common on bikes that have stood for long periods, and confirm that the brake discs are free of pitting or corrosion on the surface. Inspect the throttle and clutch cables for smooth operation, as internal corrosion can cause fraying or sticking, and verify that all exposed electrical connections, switches, and the instrument cluster function correctly. Finally, examine the tyres closely for cracking, hardening, or flat-spotting from standing, as rubber compounds deteriorate with age regardless of tread depth, and confirm the DOT date codes are within an acceptable service life. Lift the bike slightly to confirm swingingarm and linkage bearings pivot freely without notchiness, as these areas seize quickly on low-use machines. Check for any oil seepage around the engine cases, fork seals, and final drive area, as dried seals tend to weep once disturbed. Look over the fuel system for any signs of stale fuel residue or perished fuel lines, particularly if the bike has been stored with ethanol-blended petrol in the tank. A thorough cold start is essential, as any reluctance to fire, excessive smoke, or irregular idle would suggest internal issues not surfaced during brief running between annual tests.