2020 Honda ADV 750-J 0.7L Petrol · LL69 KJY

This 2020 Honda ADV 750-J passed its most recent MOT in April 2026 at 10,781 miles, but the test revealed two related concerns on the front brake system. The brake pads are close to their minimum thickness, and the front brake is showing binding—a sign that the brake caliper or pads may need attention soon. These defects must be addressed before the next MOT or sooner if the braking feels unresponsive or pulls to one side. The mileage pattern is notably low. At just under 1,800 miles per year over six years, this bike has spent significant time stationary. That kind of under-use can be a mixed signal: it suggests gentler mechanical wear overall, but also raises the risk of corrosion, fuel system varnish, and rubber degradation—especially seals, hoses, and brake components that deteriorate with age regardless of miles. The front tyre recorded a close-to-legal reading in May 2025 at 7,950 miles; the fact that the bike has only added 2,831 miles in the past year suggests either consistent light use or another period of standing. The overall trend is concerning. Two years ago the bike passed without defect. Now, within a single year, both the front brake system and the front tyre have drifted into marginal territory.