2010 Yamaha YZF 0.1L Petrol · SV60 OBH

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in April 2023 at 25,282 miles resulted in a pass despite minor defects including missing footrests and a bent brake pedal. While these issues do not pose immediate safety risks, they indicate a lack of attention to detail compared to the clean records of 2021 and 2022. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,580 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between October 2019 and March 2021, where the bike covered only 3,000 miles over seventeen months. This low usage pattern suggests the vehicle has spent long periods stationary. On low-mileage machines, this stagnation often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and the thickening of fluids, which may correlate with the mechanical failures observed during the early 2022 test. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the March 2022 failure highlighted a serious fluid leak and negligible damping effect in the front shock absorber. Although this was rectified, low-mileage forks often suffer from perished seals due to age. The drive chain and sprockets were also flagged for excessive wear and slack during that same period, so the current state should be checked for signs of rust or dry-stretching despite the low odometer reading. The electrical system requires a thorough check, as the history shows multiple failures related to the headlamp, indicators, and position lamp. Additionally, the bent brake pedal noted in 2023 should be evaluated to ensure it does not interfere with the footwork or cause uneven pressure. Given the age and low mileage, inspecting the frame for corrosion and tyres for cracking from standing is as critical as checking the mechanical components recorded in the MOT history.