2011 Yamaha BWS 125 0.1L Petrol · YM11 AVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent maintenance history shows a reactive trend rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 1,203 miles, it failed a test just one day prior at 1,152 miles. This failure revealed multiple safety issues including a non-functional stop lamp, faulty indicator, and a roller brake system that failed to meet minimum efficiency thresholds. These faults suggest the vehicle is only serviced when forced by an MOT failure rather than through regular scheduled maintenance. The mileage profile is highly inconsistent, indicating long periods of storage followed by bursts of use. Between 2020 and 2025, the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles, which is typical for a scooter of this age. However, since the March 2025 test at 23,166 miles, the record drops significantly, with the 2026 test showing only 1,203 miles. This massive drop and extremely low annual mileage on a fifteen-year-old machine increase the risk of component degradation, seized seals, and perished rubber parts despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must specifically inspect the braking system and steering assembly due to recurring failures. The record shows binding front brakes and low pad thickness in 2017, followed by a brake efficiency failure in 2026. The 2022 failure for a stiff or notchy steering head bearing also necessitates a physical check to ensure the bearings are not prematurely worn or improperly adjusted. Given the history of tyres being worn to the legal limit in 2017 and 2026, the current rubber should be checked for dry rot and age, which is common on low-mileage vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods.