2002 Kawasaki ZX-9R 0.9L Petrol · WV02 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows signs of decline due to long periods of inactivity. The most recent test in September 2022 at 45,506 miles identified several braking-related issues that were absent in previous clean records. While the bike passed, the presence of pitted and scored front brake discs along with a slightly binding condition indicates that the mechanical components have suffered from surface corrosion rather than excessive wear from high-frequency use. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old motorcycle, averaging under 1,900 miles per year. There is a significant five-year gap between the November 2017 test at 45,061 miles and the September 2022 test, during which only 445 miles were recorded. This pattern strongly suggests the vehicle has sat stationary for long durations, which explains the light-related surface corrosion on the brake hardware and the binding noted by the tester in the 2022 report. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and fluid integrity. The 2022 advisory regarding binding brakes and pitted discs suggests the caliper pistons may be becoming seized or that the seals have perished from disuse. You should also check for perished rubber in the hoses and fork seals, which often affects low-mileage vehicles that sit for years. Given the low mileage, the age of the tyres and the fuel system is equally critical, as these components degrade through time oxidation regardless of the tread depth or distance traveled.