2002 Aprilia Leonardo 250 0.3L Petrol · OY52 WFE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a significant lapse in recent testing. The most recent MOT conducted on 12 October 2021 at 39,319 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just six days prior on the same mileage. Because the vehicle has not undergone a test in nearly five years, its current roadworthiness status is unverified. This gap suggests the motorcycle has sat stationary for extended periods, which often introduces mechanical risks not captured by mileage. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old machine, averaging approximately 1,638 miles per year. Between October 2019 at 36,668 miles and October 2021 at 39,319 miles, the bike covered only 2,651 miles over two years. This low usage rate suggests that wear on the drivetrain and engine components remains minimal. However, low mileage frequently leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, and internal corrosion within fluid systems, which are not always flagged during a standard MOT test. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of components most affected by long-term storage. The lack of recent data since 2021 necessitates a thorough check of brake fluid moisture content, fuel degradation, and perished rubber hoses. Inspect the fork seals for weeping and the tyres for flat-spots or cracking despite adequate tread depth. Given the failures recorded in 2020 and 2021 without specific listed defects, the previous owner likely dealt with minor presentation items like bulbs or minor adjustments that were rectified immediately before re-testing.