1997 Yamaha XT225 0.2L Petrol · J291 JOU

The Yamaha XT225 presents as roadworthy based on its most recent MOT test on 26 October 2023 at 24,127 miles, where the tester recorded a pass with no defects or advisories. Across the five available tests from June 2019 to October 2023, the machine cleared every examination without fault. The maintenance trend is stable, with no recurring mechanical or structural issues logged. Recorded mileage sits at 24,127 miles for a 29-year-old vehicle, equating to roughly 832 miles per year. The odometer advanced only 880 miles between the June 2019 test at 23,247 miles and the October 2023 test at 24,127 miles. Such low annual accumulation points to light recreational use or extended periods in storage. The clean sequence of passes, with no gaps exceeding sixteen months between tests, suggests previous keepers maintained statutory testing discipline even under minimal riding. With no advisories on brake discs, calipers, suspension forks, exhaust emissions, or frame corrosion in the official history, the buyer faces no flagged risks. Nevertheless, the bike's age and low mileage warrant a physical inspection of components prone to dormant degradation. Standing time can perish rubber fork seals, crack tyre sidewalls, and promote superficial corrosion on the steel frame or exhaust system despite a clean test bay. We recommend the buyer verify structural integrity of the chassis, check for weeping fork seals, assess brake disc thickness and caliper slide freedom, and examine the drive chain and sprockets for rust or tight links. The absence of recorded defects implies conscientious ownership, but only a hands-on review confirms whether long storage introduced hidden consumable wear.