I have an '04 xs
TLB, bought new, and feel it's a stout little tractor, but does have some warts. I experienced hydraulic problems early-on, which eventually led to changing out the hydraulic pump under warranty;(the original pump was aluminum, the replacement, cast iron). I don't know if Kioti is still using the aluminum pump, but easy enough to check with a magnet. If the unit is in good shape, and it should be with those few hours, I wouldn't be overly concerned with repairs. I would have to question: (1) why the previous owner got rid of the tractor with so few hrs. (2) has the required 50hr. maint. ever been done (3) what kind of warranty is the unit being sold with? As an aside, these are hard starters(read; must use glow-plugs in almost any temp), but having said that, I've never had mine fail to start, and I use it year-round