1994 Yamaha 0.1L Petrol · M331 BGH

The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently questionable following a failure in the most recent recorded test. While previous years showed stability, the September 2021 test at 45,057 miles resulted in failure due to serious fluid leaks from the offside front shock absorber and misting on the nearside unit. Electrical failures involving a non-functional offside front stop lamp and a damaged rear stop lamp indicate a lapse in pre-test inspections and basic bulb maintenance prior to that date. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle of 32 years age, averaging approximately 1,400 miles per year. There is a significant five-year gap between the May 2020 test at 41,913 miles and the October 2015 test, during which no MOT data was recorded. While low usage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing often lead to degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, and brake corrosion. The accumulation of only 944 miles over those five years confirms the vehicle has been used sparingly rather than as daily transport. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly to ensure the leaking shock absorbers have been replaced and that no secondary damage exists to the mounting points. The 2020 advisory regarding a worn front wheel hub requires a manual check for play or bearing noise, as this could have progressed. Given the age and low mileage, close attention should be paid to structural corrosion on the chassis and the potential of seized brake calipers from inactivity. The 2015 report of a noisy exhaust suggests that the exhaust system hangers and connections should be examined for rust or structural thinning.