2013 Honda CRF 250 L-D 0.3L Petrol · YH63 OTF

The Honda CRF 250 L-D presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 23 October 2023 at 62,671 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean sheet is significant because it follows a 2019 test where the tester flagged a slightly tight drive chain, a defect that has since been resolved. The vehicle has not failed an MOT in the available record, and the transition from a minor advisory to four consecutive clean passes suggests attentive ongoing care rather than neglect. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of light use. Between October 2019 and October 2023, the odometer moved from 35,456 to 62,671 miles, a gain of roughly 27,215 miles across four years, averaging around 6,800 miles annually during that window. Before that, the bike covered 40,288 miles in its first six years, averaging closer to 6,700 miles per year from new. The accumulation rate is consistent and moderate, not erratic, with no suspicious gaps in the annual test cycle that would suggest long-term storage or clocking concerns. The current 62,671 miles on a 2013 machine equates to roughly 4,800 miles per year overall, which is low for a dual-purpose motorcycle and implies predominantly road use rather than heavy off-road abuse. Despite the clean recent record, a buyer should still inspect the drive chain and sprockets in person. The 2019 advisory for a tight chain at 35,456 miles indicates the previous owner adjusted it, but chain stretch, sprocket tooth wear, and correct slack should be verified at the current 62,671-mile mark. Wheel bearings, swingarm pivot bearings, and suspension linkage play deserve close attention on a machine of this age, as rubber seals and grease degrade with time regardless of mileage. The front fork stanchions should be checked for scoring and oil seepage, and the brake calipers and disc pads examined for uneven wear, particularly the rear, where binding issues are common on dual-sport bikes used in mixed conditions. Corrosion is the silent risk on a 13-year-old machine that may have spent periods standing. The exhaust header, fasteners around the frame downtube, and the underside of the fuel tank mounting points should be inspected for surface rust or pitting, especially if the bike has been stored outdoors. Tyre date codes and tread depth should be checked, as aged rubber hardens and loses grip well before the tread wears down. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but a physical inspection focused on age-related deterioration rather than just mileage wear will give the most accurate picture of the bike's current condition.