Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

L40 MGJMOT history

L40 MGJ is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 36,978 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2026
Mileage
36,978 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L40 MGJ was last recorded at 36,978 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,865 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
1,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,978 miles
  • 2025 – 36,865 miles
  • 2023 – 36,046 miles
  • 2021 – 36,000 miles
  • 2019 – 35,676 miles
  • 2018 – 32,776 miles
  • 2017 – 30,661 miles
  • 2016 – 25,016 miles
  • 2015 – 23,778 miles
  • 2012 – 20,657 miles
  • 2011 – 20,551 miles
  • 2010 – 20,014 miles
  • 2008 – 19,736 miles
  • 2007 – 14,207 miles
  • 2006 – 12,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail36,978 miles
  • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad & piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad & piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail36,978 miles (+113)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,978 miles
    Test number
    236665497712
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad & piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened Pad & piston area. (1.1.16 (d) (i))

  2. Pass36,865 miles (+819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    36,865 miles
    Test number
    334508116502
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Pass36,046 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,046 miles
    Test number
    930627107584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,000 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,000 miles
    Test number
    225909132944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,676 miles (+2,900)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    35,676 miles
    Test number
    834335089276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp masking kit fitted

  6. Pass32,776 miles (+2,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    32,776 miles
    Test number
    124097306691
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAfter market exaust fitted with baffles
    • AdvisoryChain tight
    • AdvisoryNo plate slight deteriations

  7. Pass30,661 miles (+5,645)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    30,661 miles
    Test number
    641029478438
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryAll indicators faded
    • AdvisoryFront sidelight dim

  8. Pass25,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,016 miles
    Test number
    782865219729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail25,016 miles (+1,238)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,016 miles
    Test number
    667868206249
    • FailureFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)
    • Repaired at testRear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  10. Pass23,778 miles (+3,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,778 miles
    Test number
    947194815172
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  11. Fail20,657 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,657 miles
    Test number
    165413592008
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass20,657 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,657 miles
    Test number
    946693092002
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass20,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    20,551 miles
    Test number
    349258471012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail20,551 miles (+537)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,551 miles
    Test number
    459847771040
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

  15. Pass20,014 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,014 miles
    Test number
    340809740038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,736 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,736 miles
    Test number
    410725288256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,207 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,207 miles
    Test number
    680151727360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail14,196 miles (+1,364)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,196 miles
    Test number
    623379017374
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureRear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  19. Pass12,832 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,832 miles
    Test number
    844311096042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 MGJ

Does L40 MGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 MGJ expired on 4 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 MGJ?
The MOT on L40 MGJ expired on 4 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 MGJ done?
L40 MGJ was recorded at 36,978 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 1,178 miles a year.
Has L40 MGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MGJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 MGJ 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 L40 MGJ find?
L40 MGJ failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: rear reflector missing; steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy; front brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened pad & piston area., and 2 more.

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