2017 Ducati Multistrada 1.2L Petrol · WM17 FCP

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows early signs of emerging mechanical wear. The most recent test on 15 May 2025 at 23,208 miles identified light misting on both the nearside and offside front shock absorbers. While this did not result in a failure, it indicates the beginning of seal degradation in the front suspension, marking a shift from the cleaner previous inspections. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 2,579 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between April 2021 at 19,936 miles and April 2022 at 21,200 miles, where the bike covered only 1,264 miles in a year. This low-frequency use often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the 2022 advisory regarding tyres reaching the legal tread depth limit despite the low mileage. A prospective buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front forks to determine if the oil mist has progressed to a functional leak that would require expensive fork seal replacement. Given the 2022 advisory regarding tyres and the low annual mileage, the rubber should be checked for cracking or hardening, as low-mileage tyres often age out before they wear away. The history shows no structural corrosion or recurring brake failures, so the focus should remain on the suspension seals and the long-term condition of the braking system after periods of standing.