Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 599 cc

P16 RYCMOT history

P16 RYC is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
46,280 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P16 RYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P16 RYC was last recorded at 46,280 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Aug 2018: 36,681 miles, lower than 44,683 miles on 17 Nov 2009.

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
45,701 miles · 13 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
579 miles
Average per year
766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 46,280 miles
  • 2023 – 45,701 miles
  • 2022 – 41,745 miles
  • 2021 – 39,098 miles
  • 2020 – 38,296 miles
  • 2019 – 37,674 miles
  • 2018 – 36,681 miles
  • 2009 – 44,683 miles
  • 2008 – 41,606 miles
  • 2007 – 35,560 miles
  • 2006 – 31,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,280 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.

  • Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,280 miles (+579)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    46,280 miles
    Test number
    709671814151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,701 miles (+3,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    669269981073
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass41,745 miles (+2,647)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    41,745 miles
    Test number
    999132386277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,098 miles (+802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,098 miles
    Test number
    466763307664
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres worn heavily on outer edges.

  5. Pass38,296 miles (+622)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,296 miles
    Test number
    954644570822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,674 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    37,674 miles
    Test number
    310006278489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    36,681 miles
    Test number
    482327044260
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    417473879110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    378912015103
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  10. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    929078705108
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    375396414145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  12. FailMileage not read1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    469035814154
    • FailureHorn missing (1.7.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    319550013193
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
    • NoteN/s mirror missing

  14. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    657966112168
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • NoteSlight bind on front wheel

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    732273210335
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass44,683 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    272111429357
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  17. Fail44,683 miles (+3,077)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    832201129376
    • FailureFront position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  18. Pass41,606 miles (+6,046)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    41,606 miles
    Test number
    153387518236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,560 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,560 miles
    Test number
    164360037208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,544 miles (+4,202)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,544 miles
    Test number
    682162827208
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteBoth n/s & o/s handlebar grips worn.
    • NoteEngine idle speed fluctuating.

  21. Pass31,342 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,342 miles
    Test number
    954584416206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,302 miles (+10)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    342030716264
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • NoteFront Position light does not illuminate.
    • NoteNail in tyre

  23. Fail31,292 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,292 miles
    Test number
    440113836101
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Questions about P16 RYC

Does P16 RYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P16 RYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on P16 RYC?
The MOT on P16 RYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P16 RYC done?
P16 RYC was recorded at 46,280 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 766 miles a year.
Has P16 RYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P16 RYC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on P16 RYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P16 RYC find?
P16 RYC passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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