Kawasaki ZX-7R

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 748 cc

J66 SOTMOT history

J66 SOT is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-7R first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,683 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
53,683 km
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,496 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J66 SOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-7R
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
748 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J66 SOT was last recorded at 53,683 km on 9 May 2026, 823 km more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,860 km · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
823 km
Average per year
1,496 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,683 km
  • 2025 – 52,860 km
  • 2024 – 50,130 km
  • 2023 – 48,994 km
  • 2021 – 46,314 km
  • 2020 – 45,007 km
  • 2019 – 45,000 km
  • 2015 – 41,090 km
  • 2014 – 34,380 km
  • 2012 – 32,140 km
  • 2011 – 31,328 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,683 km
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly tight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,683 km (+823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    53,683 km
    Test number
    414725557284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass52,860 km (+2,730)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    52,860 km
    Test number
    850240213920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings slightly rough when spinning

  3. Pass50,130 km (+1,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    50,130 km
    Test number
    146682122785
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  4. Pass48,994 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    48,994 km
    Test number
    279483319349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass47,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    47,610 miles
    Test number
    587623244865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass46,314 km (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    46,314 km
    Test number
    867586190541
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail46,208 km (+1,201)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,208 km
    Test number
    566602863800
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass45,007 km (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    45,007 km
    Test number
    857904818857
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  9. Fail45,005 km (+5)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,005 km
    Test number
    721678885048
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousSteering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected excessive free play in head stock with wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain sprocket worn to excess both and chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Fail45,000 km1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,000 km
    Test number
    109398529129
    • DangerousRear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected Rear spindle locking split pin missing. (5.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside gear shift lever bent
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass44,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    44,124 miles
    Test number
    468577544219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,090 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    41,090 km
    Test number
    704956357130
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. Fail41,090 km (+6,710)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,090 km
    Test number
    690269571328
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureFront wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

  14. Pass34,380 km (+2,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,380 km
    Test number
    967251264172
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  15. Pass32,140 km
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    32,140 km
    Test number
    376879012423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,140 km (+812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,140 km
    Test number
    687609412230
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

  17. Pass31,328 km2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,328 km
    Test number
    149541851176
    • NoteHeadlight aim kick to the O/S, has been taped off.
    • NoteRear brake control long

  18. Pass29,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,945 miles
    Test number
    531704220189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,923 miles (+1,334)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,923 miles
    Test number
    321654420171
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

  20. Pass28,589 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    28,589 miles
    Test number
    273397818259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,109 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,109 miles
    Test number
    362880787179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    27,064 miles
    Test number
    264915676103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J66 SOT

Does J66 SOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J66 SOT is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J66 SOT?
The MOT on J66 SOT is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J66 SOT done?
J66 SOT was recorded at 53,683 km at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 1,496 km a year.
Has J66 SOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J66 SOT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on J66 SOT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on J66 SOT find?
J66 SOT passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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