1991 Yamaha XV 1.1L Petrol · J536 NND

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, showing a clean record in its most recent inspections. The MOT conducted on 20 October 2025 at 28,456 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that previous mechanical concerns have been addressed. This follows a positive trend starting from 2022, where the motorcycle passed three consecutive tests without any recorded advisories or failures, suggesting a current standard of maintenance. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 35-year-old machine, averaging approximately 800 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2025, the vehicle covered only 3,755 miles, moving from 27,701 miles to 28,456 miles. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals of stationary time often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, and internal corrosion that mileage alone does not reflect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system, which was a recurring failure in nearly every test from 2011 through 2021. Although the noisy exhaust was resolved, the persistent nature of this fault suggests the mounting brackets or internal baffling may be aged. Additionally, the stiff steering headbearing noted in October 2021 at 27,701 miles requires verification to ensure the bearings were properly replaced and have not seized again due to the lack of use. Given the low mileage, check the brake lines for cracking and tyres for deformation, as these components often fail through age rather than tread wear.