2018 KTM 300 EXC TPI 19 0.3L Petrol · YB68 BXY

The vehicle presents a stable and clean roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 15 December 2023 at 4,603 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. A prior test on 09 December 2022 at 3,702 miles also passed without advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is stable and unbroken across the two recorded entries. No recurring mechanical or structural faults appear in the DVSA record. The mileage trajectory is notably low for a machine of this age. Between the December 2022 and December 2023 tests, the odometer advanced by just 901 miles over a full twelve-month period. Across its approximate eight-year lifespan, the recorded total of 4,603 miles equates to roughly 575 miles per year. This suggests either very light recreational use or extended periods of standing. The gap between the two recorded MOTs is exactly one year, indicating the bike was used consistently enough to warrant annual testing but sparingly in absolute terms. A clean MOT record on a low-mileage machine does not eliminate the need for a physical inspection. Prolonged standing can degrade fork seals, cause tyre sidewall cracking, and lead to corrosion on brake calipers and exhaust components even when mileage is minimal. The chain and sprockets should be examined for stiff links or corrosion, and the suspension linkage and swingarm bearings should be checked for free play, as infrequent use can allow moisture ingress and bearing deterioration independent of mileage. The TPI fuel injection system and two-stroke power valve mechanism merit specific attention during any pre-purchase inspection. Cold start behaviour, oil pump operation, and exhaust smoke quality under load are difficult to assess from documentation alone. Given the sparse MOT history with only two recorded tests, a prospective buyer should treat the clean record as a baseline rather than a guarantee and arrange an independent mechanical inspection before committing to purchase.