2013 Rieju Marathon 0.1L Petrol · SV63 MBU

The vehicle's maintenance history shows an improving trend following a period of significant mechanical neglect. While the May 2024 test at 6,307 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects, the preceding year was marked by several failures. The May 2024 pass followed a failure just one week earlier at 6,256 miles, where the tester flagged a critical rear wheel bearing issue, a binding rear brake, and inoperative lighting. This suggests that the most recent repairs addressed immediate safety concerns, but the history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. The vehicle has covered only 6,307 miles over its 13-year lifespan, averaging approximately 485 miles per year. This extremely low mileage suggests the machine has spent significant periods stationary. Such usage patterns often lead to component degradation that is not strictly related to wear, such as perished rubber components or seized bearings. The recorded mileage between tests shows very little movement, with only 666 miles covered between the April 2023 failure and the May 2024 pass, confirming a pattern of infrequent use. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the drivetrain and suspension components. The April 2023 test at 5,629 miles revealed extensive issues, including worn drive chain sprockets, a worn upper shock absorber bush, and a stiff steering headbearing. Although the 2024 pass indicates these specific items were likely rectified, the recurring nature of brake binding across the 2023 and 2024 tests suggests a potential issue with caliper health or piston movement. The history of bearing failures, specifically the front wheel bearing in June 2023 and the rear bearing in May 2024, warrants a close check of all wheel hubs and bearings for play or noise. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer should also inspect all seals, hoses, and rubber bushes for signs of cracking or perishing due to age and lack of use. The electrical system, particularly the lighting and indicator circuits, should be tested to ensure the previous failures were fully resolved.