2002 Yamaha YZF R1 1.0L Petrol · YL02 FXY

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a clean passing record over the last four years. The most recent MOT conducted in June 2022 at 48,770 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety systems met the minimum standard at that time. Following a failure in 2020, the bike has consistently cleared subsequent inspections without advisories, suggesting a period of consistent mechanical maintenance. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 2,032 miles per year. Between June 2019 and June 2022, the bike covered only 3,317 miles, showing a very flat usage curve of barely 1,100 miles annually recently. This low mileage suggests the vehicle has been used sparingly or stored for long periods. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of degradation in rubber components, perished seals, and fluid contamination due to lack of thermal cycling. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, specifically the rear brake disc which fractured in June 2020 at 48,518 miles. Although this was rectified to allow a pass, the buyer should check for corrosion on the caliper pistons or signs of fluid leaks. Given the low usage, it is vital to inspect the fork seals for weeping and the tyres for sidew cracking, which often occurs on age-related vehicles that sit stationary. Checking the frame for structural rust is also necessary to ensure that the low mileage has not masked long-term environmental damage.