2008 Yamaha YBR 0.1L Petrol · HT08 DGV

The 2008 Yamaha YBR presents a stable and clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 16 December 2022 at 954 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This indicates the machine met all required standards for brakes, lights, tyres, and structural integrity at that time. However, the test is now over three and a half years old, meaning the certificate expired in December 2025. The bike currently has no valid MOT, which is a significant legal and practical concern for any prospective buyer. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low. The recorded 954 miles has remained static since the December 2022 test, suggesting the motorcycle has seen negligible use in the intervening period. For an eighteen-year-old machine, this equates to roughly 53 miles per year over its lifetime. Such minimal accumulation points to either very light recreational use or prolonged periods of inactivity. A stationary motorcycle can develop its own problems, including stale fuel, degraded rubber components, and surface corrosion on brake discs and exhaust systems, even if the mechanical wear on consumables is negligible. A buyer should approach this Yamaha with a focus on its dormancy rather than high-mileage wear. The tyres, despite low tread use, are likely aged and may have perished sidewalls or flat-spotting from standing. Brake calipers should be checked for seizure, as binding is common on bikes left unused. The chain and sprockets require close inspection for tension and corrosion, and the fuel system may need attention if old petrol has been sitting in the tank and carburettor. A fresh MOT should be arranged before any road use to verify the current condition of critical safety components.