2019 AJS Modena 125 0.1L Petrol · OY69 JVM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of mechanical neglect following long periods. While it passed its latest MOT on 5 June 2026 at 3,976 miles, it had failed just three days prior at 3,970 miles. This failure highlighted multiple critical safety defects, including a front wheel bearing with excessive play, a rear brake lever that failed to release, and a persistent stop lamp. These faults suggest that the vehicle is only serviced when forced by a testing failure rather than through preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old motorcycle, averaging only 568 miles per year. There is a significant gap between tests, such as the eleven-month period between November 2023 and October 2024, where the bike covered only 919 miles. Such low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, fluid seals, and internal corrosion of moving parts. The 2024 advisory regarding a front shock absorber with reduced damping further indicates that the internal suspension components may be suffering from long stationary periods rather than high-mile wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front wheel assembly to ensure the excessive bearing play was properly rectified and not merely lubricated. The rear braking system requires close scrutiny for sticky pistons or hydraulic failure that likely caused the lever to remain engaged in June 2026. Additionally, the centre stand mechanism should be checked for seizing or spring fatigue as it failed to return during the most recent test. Given the history of faults, checking for cracks in perished hoses and degraded brake fluid is essential to ensure the low mileage has not masked hidden mechanical decay.