2019 Bullit Hero 125 0.1L Petrol · GU19 KCC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the suspension assembly. While the most recent test in May 2024 at 9,727 miles passed, it flagged a rear shock absorber with reduced damping and a worn rear lower suspension arm pin or bush. This represents a progression from the issues noted in October 2023, where the rear shock bush was merely slightly worn, indicating that components are failing despite low usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old motorcycle, recording only 9,727 miles today. This averages to approximately 1,390 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the January 2023 test at 3,897 miles and the May 2024 test at 8,969 miles, suggesting the vehicle sat stationary for over sixteen months. Such infrequent use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the recurring oil misting and worn bushes in the shock absorbers noted across the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension system, as faults have appeared in almost every test. The tester repeatedly identified damping issues in both front and rear shocks, as well as worn bushes in the lower suspension arms. You should check for active fluid leaks on the fork seals and excessive play in the rear arm pivots. Additionally, the failure in January 2023 for an excessively tight and worn drive chain suggests that basic drivetrain maintenance may have been neglected during periods of storage, requiring a current check of the chain tension and sprocket wear.