2022 Yamaha XSR 900 (MTM890) 0.9L Petrol · YX22 UCL

The Yamaha XSR 900 presents a clean roadworthiness record with a stable and consistently passing maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 23 April 2026 at 3,137 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. This follows an equally clean test on 24 April 2025 at 730 miles, also with no advisories or failures. Across both inspections spanning roughly 12 months, the tester identified no mechanical, structural, or emissions-related concerns whatsoever. The vehicle has passed both recorded MOTs on its first attempt, indicating no recurring faults and no evidence of worsening or deteriorating conditions. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of exceptionally low usage. Between the April 2025 test at 730 miles and the April 2026 test at 3,137 miles, the bike accumulated 2,407 miles in 12 months, which is itself a modest figure. However, the more striking detail is that the entire recorded history shows only 3,137 miles over approximately four years of existence, averaging roughly 784 miles per year. This is well below typical annual mileage for a mid-sized naked motorcycle and suggests either very light commuting use, seasonal riding only, or extended periods of storage. The data points are sparse, with only two recorded tests in the bike's lifespan, but both are entirely clean, leaving no gaps in the defect history to scrutinise. Despite the flawless MOT record, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that low-mileage use can quietly deteriorate. Motorcycles ridden infrequently or stored for long periods can develop seized brake calipers, flat-spotted tyres, corroded brake discs, and degraded fuel system components even when mileage remains low. The front fork seals, suspension linkage bearings, and steering head bearings should be checked for stiffness or notchiness that can develop from prolonged static loading rather than use. Chain and sprocket condition deserves close attention, as a poorly maintained chain on a low-mileage bike can still corrode or stretch unevenly if lubrication was neglected during storage periods. Tyre age and condition warrant particular scrutiny. Even with minimal tread wear, rubber compounds degrade over time, and original-fit tyres on a 2022 machine are now four years old, approaching the typical replacement threshold regardless of remaining tread depth. A buyer should verify the DOT date codes on both tyres and budget for replacement if they read 2022 or earlier. The brake fluid should also be assessed, as moisture absorption occurs over time rather than mileage, meaning even a 3,137-mile machine can harbour compromised fluid if it has not been flushed on a time-based interval. Overall, the MOT record inspires strong confidence, but the low-annual-mileage profile demands a time-based rather than mileage-based inspection approach.