2022 Yamaha YZF R7 (YZF690) 0.7L Petrol · YX22 UCT

The 2022 Yamaha YZF R7 holds a clean MOT certificate issued on 18 April 2026 at 5,503 miles, with zero defects recorded. That result marks a clear improvement over the previous test cycle. In April 2025, the same machine failed its MOT at 3,392 miles due to an excessively loose drive chain and advisory-level wear on both front and rear tyres. A retest on the same day passed, confirming the chain tension was corrected and the tyres addressed. The trajectory from failure advisories to a fully clean pass indicates resolving rather than worsening issues, though the underlying pattern raises questions about routine maintenance discipline. At roughly four years old with only 5,503 miles on the clock, this R7 has covered approximately 1,376 miles per year, well below the national average. The mileage progression is sparse, showing just 2,111 miles added between the April 2025 tests and the April 2026 pass. Such low annual use often means prolonged periods stationary, which carries its own risks. Stale fuel, degraded brake fluid, dried-out fork seals, and flat-spotted tyres are common on motorcycles that sit unused for extended stretches. The gap between tests is narrow enough that long-term corrosion or component fatigue cannot be ruled out from paperwork alone. The recurring tyre wear advisories in April 2025, flagged on both axles simultaneously, suggest the previous owner allowed consumables to deteriorate to the legal threshold rather than replacing them proactively. Combined with the loose drive chain that caused the initial failure, the record points to a pattern of reactive rather than preventive maintenance. A loose chain at such low mileage is unusual on a well-kept machine and may indicate infrequent lubrication or adjustment. Chain and sprocket wear should be inspected in person, along with swingarm pivot play and rear wheel alignment, to confirm the driveline is in good order. Given the motorcycle's age and low mileage, a prospective buyer should pay close attention to rubber components, brake system condition, and fluid service history. Fork seals, brake hoses, and coolant hoses can perish from age and inactivity regardless of mileage. The clean 2026 pass provides a solid baseline, but a physical inspection of the chassis, suspension bushes, and exhaust system for corrosion remains advisable before purchase.