2018 BMW R Ninet 1.2L Petrol · SY18 LSZ

The motorcycle currently holds a clean bill of health, with the most recent MOT conducted on 10 April 2026 at 2,014 miles resulting in a pass with zero defects. The maintenance trend is exceptionally stable, as the vehicle has consistently cleared every annual inspection without a single advisory notice recorded over the past five years. This lack of flagged issues suggests that the mechanical systems, including the braking components and lighting circuits, have remained in good operational order throughout the documented period. The mileage history presents a highly unusual pattern for an eight-year-old machine. While the odometer currently reads 2,014 miles, the record shows a significant anomaly in the 27 March 2025 test, where the mileage was logged at 4,229 miles. This suggests either a clerical error by the testing station or a potential replacement of the instrument cluster. Excluding that outlier, the bike has covered negligible distance, averaging roughly 250 miles annually. Such minimal usage often indicates that the vehicle spent long periods in storage, which can lead to fuel degradation, perished rubber seals, or seized internal components that do not always manifest during a standard MOT inspection. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical assessment of components prone to deterioration during long-term inactivity. Inspect the fuel tank for internal corrosion and check all rubber hoses and fork seals for signs of cracking or weeping, as these often fail on low-mileage examples that have sat idle. While the MOT record is clean, the discrepancy in the 2025 mileage entry warrants a thorough verification of the service history and a check of the digital odometer for signs of tampering or replacement. Ensure the tyres are inspected for sidewall cracking despite having sufficient tread, as age-related hardening can severely compromise grip levels.