2003 Yamaha 0.5L Petrol · WA53 RWZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in component care over recent years. The most recent test in August 2025 passed with an advisory for a light misting on the nearside front shock absorber. While the vehicle met the immediate requirements, the failure in August 2024 due to a bent brake lever and missing rear reflector suggests that the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by a tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage data indicates extremely low usage, consistent with a seasonal or fair-weather vehicle. Between March 2022 at 2,335 miles and August 2023 at 2,753 miles, the vehicle covered only 418 miles in seventeen months. This low mileage suggests the bike sits for long periods, which often keeps mechanical components in low wear states but also increases the risk of rubber degradation, seized seals, and fluid corrosion not fully captured by standard MOT inspections. A buyer must physically inspect the nearside front shock absorber to determine if the oil misting is progressing toward a seal failure which would require replacement. The history of a bent brake lever noted in 2024 implies a history of impact or heavy use, so the integrity of the brake master cylinder and the fluid lines should be checked for leaks. Given the low mileage and the age of the machine, a close look at the drive chain and perished tyre rubber is essential, as these components suffer from age rather than mileage.