2013 Honda CRF 450 X 0.4L Petrol · YC13 LEU

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a remarkably stable maintenance history. The most recent test on 20 December 2024 at 6,131 miles resulted in a minor failure due to an insecure rear registration plate, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass. Prior to this minor issue, the motorcycle recorded zero defects or advisories across several years, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained to a consistently high standard. The mileage pattern indicates exceptionally low usage for a thirteen-year-old machine, averaging fewer than 500 miles per year. There is a significant gap between the November 2019 test at 5,596 miles and the April 2022 test at 5,879 miles, during which only 283 miles were covered over two years. The subsequent slow accumulation of mileage between 2022 and late 2024 suggests the bike sits for long periods, which minimizes mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but introduces specific risks related to stagnation and age-related degradation. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by long-term storage rather than mechanical wear. Check for perished rubber components, specifically degradation of brake hoses, fuel lines, and fork seals which can dry out and crack despite low use. Given the low mileage, inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and the tyres for flat spotting or age cracking. While the MOT record shows no structural or deep mechanical failures, the age of the vehicle requires a thorough check of fluid freshness and the condition of the fuel system to ensure no varnish has occurred during the periods of inactivity.