2017 Yamaha Tracer 700 MT-07 Tracer 0.7L Petrol · RF17 NSJ

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a minor downward trend regarding basic preventative care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 9,309 miles passed, the tester flagged a slightly loose drive chain and an offside front tyre worn near the legal limit. This follows a recurring pattern seen in 2023 and 2024 where the drive chain was noted as loose, suggesting that the owner has neglected routine drivetrain adjustments between annual inspections. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,034 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2022, the bike covered only 1,218 miles and showed no recorded defects. However, usage has accelerated recently, with nearly 4,000 miles covered between the 2022 and 2025 tests. This low mileage suggests the vehicle sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and oxidation of metal surfaces despite the low figures on the odometer. A buyer must personally inspect the drive chain for stretch and sprocket wear, as the recurring faults indicate the system is not being properly tensioned. The offside front tyre reaching the limit in 2025 necessitates a full check of all tyres for flat-spotting or cracking caused by age. Given the low usage, the buyer should also examine the brake calipers for seizing and the fork seals for weeping, as these components frequently suffer when a vehicle remains stationary for extended periods.