2004 Yamaha XJR 1300 1.3L Petrol · WU53 AYL

The XJR 1300 holds a clean and valid MOT certificate, most recently passing on 23 July 2024 at 24,391 miles with no defects recorded. The overall maintenance trend is stable, not worsening. The sole failure on 17 May 2023 was rectified overnight, resulting in a pass the very next day, which points to a trivial or immediately rectified issue rather than a vehicle with deep mechanical neglect. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old motorcycle, averaging just 1,109 miles per year. The accumulation between tests is inconsistent, however. Between May 2022 and May 2023 the bike covered roughly 3,436 miles, while in the following 14 months it covered only 980 miles. This indicates periods of light use and likely some standing time, but the odometer readings are coherent and show no sign of tampering. Because the MOT record is completely clean, there are no recurring faults or component-specific advisories to target. Nonetheless, a bike of this age with such modest yearly mileage can suffer from age-related deterioration rather than wear. The buyer should inspect the brake calipers for sticking pistons, check the fork seals for weeping, and examine the tyres for cracking or flat spots despite apparent tread depth. Rubber fuel lines, vacuum hoses, and the battery should also be checked for perishing, as long periods of inactivity are more damaging to a motorcycle than regular use.