2013 Honda VFR 800 X-D 0.8L Petrol · OU63 MMV

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a developing issue regarding the braking system. While the most recent test on 30 July 2024 at 9,470 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure due to a front dipswitch malfunction and binding brakes. The reappearance of binding brakes across both 2023 and 2024 indicates a persistent mechanical condition that has not been fully rectified by the previous owner. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a motorcycle from 2013, averaging roughly 728 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the July 2021 test at 6,692 miles and the July 2022 test at 9,084 miles, where the bike covered over 2,300 miles. This low frequency of use often leads to age-related degradation of rubber rubber components, seals, and fluid contamination, which aligns with the binding issues noted in later inspections. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the brake calipers and discs to determine the cause of the binding. The low mileage suggests the issue stems from seized pistons or corrosion on the slider surfaces from long periods of sitting rather than mechanical wear. Additionally, the front dipswitch functionality should be verified to ensure the 2024 failure was properly addressed, and the tyres and brake hoses should be checked for dry rot despite the low tread depth.