Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 749 cc

L22 KBMMOT history

L22 KBM is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-7R first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 27,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
27,032 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 KBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-7R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
749 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 KBM was last recorded at 27,032 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 587 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2020: 23,823 miles, lower than 24,712 miles on 16 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
26,445 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
587 miles
Average per year
692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,032 miles
  • 2025 – 26,445 miles
  • 2024 – 24,159 miles
  • 2022 – 24,100 miles
  • 2020 – 23,823 miles
  • 2019 – 24,712 miles
  • 2018 – 22,007 miles
  • 2017 – 21,436 miles
  • 2016 – 20,060 miles
  • 2015 – 18,730 miles
  • 2014 – 18,395 miles
  • 2013 – 16,919 miles
  • 2012 – 16,440 miles
  • 2008 – 14,840 miles
  • 2007 – 13,953 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,032 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable nearside slightly bent

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,032 miles (+587)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    27,032 miles
    Test number
    491876159703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass26,445 miles (+2,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    26,445 miles
    Test number
    205209333737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass24,159 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    24,159 miles
    Test number
    657168839092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass24,100 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    24,100 miles
    Test number
    996191829019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass23,823 miles (-889)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    23,823 miles
    Test number
    588384077985
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing

  6. Pass24,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,712 miles
    Test number
    365849357396
    • AdvisoryNearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable nearside slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail24,712 miles (+2,705)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,712 miles
    Test number
    458770710340
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable nearside slightly bent (2.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight not illuminating correctly

  8. Pass22,007 miles (+571)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    22,007 miles
    Test number
    718346603820
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryOnly 50% headlight working only 50% main beam working
    • AdvisorySwing arm damaged exhaust has been rubbing on it

  9. Pass21,436 miles (+1,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    21,436 miles
    Test number
    433541850867
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  10. Pass20,060 miles (+1,330)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    20,060 miles
    Test number
    300628013890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,730 miles (+335)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    18,730 miles
    Test number
    709314135117
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  12. Pass18,395 miles (+1,476)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,395 miles
    Test number
    179350554162
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  13. Pass16,919 miles (+479)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,919 miles
    Test number
    545160953163
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  14. Pass16,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,440 miles
    Test number
    929003852143
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Fail16,440 miles (+1,600)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,440 miles
    Test number
    259150952178
    • FailureCentre Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  16. Pass14,840 miles (+887)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,840 miles
    Test number
    814421238151
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteO/S/F handle bar close to touching front screen

  17. Pass13,953 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    13,953 miles
    Test number
    781398227159
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Questions about L22 KBM

Does L22 KBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 KBM is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 KBM?
The MOT on L22 KBM is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 KBM done?
L22 KBM was recorded at 27,032 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 692 miles a year.
Has L22 KBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 KBM has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2019.
Has the mileage on L22 KBM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L22 KBM find?
L22 KBM passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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