Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 498 cc

L26 LEGMOT history

L26 LEG is a black petrol Kawasaki GPZ500S first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 18,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
18,855 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
51 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 LEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ500S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 LEG was last recorded at 18,855 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
18,817 miles · 25 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
51 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 18,855 miles
  • 2025 – 18,817 miles
  • 2024 – 18,777 miles
  • 2023 – 18,428 miles
  • 2022 – 18,357 miles
  • 2021 – 18,285 miles
  • 2020 – 18,206 miles
  • 2019 – 18,068 miles
  • 2007 – 17,914 miles
  • 2006 – 17,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,855 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

  • Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,855 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    18,855 miles
    Test number
    975418876636
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

  2. Pass18,817 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    18,817 miles
    Test number
    672179554754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass18,777 miles (+349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    18,777 miles
    Test number
    830707649325
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass18,428 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    18,428 miles
    Test number
    800911322718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass18,357 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    18,357 miles
    Test number
    138490274086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,285 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    18,285 miles
    Test number
    201705391468
    • AdvisoryRear rear suspension noisy on damping, customer informed.

  7. Pass18,206 miles (+138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,206 miles
    Test number
    871084631565
    • AdvisoryRear suspension noisy through movement

  8. Pass18,068 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    18,068 miles
    Test number
    154320131813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail18,048 miles (+134)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,048 miles
    Test number
    308825568865
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass17,914 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,914 miles
    Test number
    131379887254
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

  11. Pass17,865 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,865 miles
    Test number
    292019106299
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Questions about L26 LEG

Does L26 LEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 LEG is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 LEG?
The MOT on L26 LEG is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 LEG done?
L26 LEG was recorded at 18,855 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 51 miles a year.
Has L26 LEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 LEG has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on L26 LEG 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 L26 LEG find?
L26 LEG passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: drive chain slightly tight.

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