Kawasaki ZX-6R

Orange · Petrol · 1997 · 599 cc

R481 OSTMOT history

R481 OST is an orange petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 5 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2024 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 41,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2024
Mileage
41,291 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2023
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R481 OST
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
5 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

R481 OST was last recorded at 41,291 miles on 15 Jun 2023, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2019: 36,786 miles, lower than 36,825 miles on 8 Oct 2014.

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
41,264 miles · 8 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 41,291 miles
  • 2022 – 40,664 miles
  • 2021 – 40,619 miles
  • 2019 – 36,786 miles
  • 2014 – 36,825 miles
  • 2011 – 34,612 miles
  • 2010 – 30,882 miles
  • 2009 – 29,190 miles
  • 2008 – 28,547 miles
  • 2007 – 27,075 miles
  • 2006 – 25,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,291 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,291 miles (+27)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    41,291 miles
    Test number
    428046610795
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail41,264 miles (+600)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,264 miles
    Test number
    204327242237
    • MajorRear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyre soft

  3. Pass40,664 miles (+45)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    40,664 miles
    Test number
    255608219334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust has some corrosion but not excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear shock has some corrosion but not excessive

  4. Pass40,619 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    40,619 miles
    Test number
    741510529651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,786 miles (-39)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,786 miles
    Test number
    593864704110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,825 miles
    Test number
    335681284237
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  7. Fail36,825 miles (+2,213)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,825 miles
    Test number
    609351484240
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  8. Pass34,612 miles (+3,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,612 miles
    Test number
    329804191205
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  9. Pass30,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,882 miles
    Test number
    311307110498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail30,882 miles (+1,692)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,882 miles
    Test number
    632967410293
    • DangerousRear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

  11. Pass29,190 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    29,190 miles
    Test number
    333026719239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,187 miles (+640)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,187 miles
    Test number
    684682509219
    • FailureNearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  13. Pass28,547 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,547 miles
    Test number
    682527698113
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  14. Fail28,533 miles (+1,458)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,533 miles
    Test number
    271666598112
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Fail27,075 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,075 miles
    Test number
    102972577147
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  16. Pass27,075 miles (+1,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,075 miles
    Test number
    222932477138
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  17. Pass25,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    25,651 miles
    Test number
    771010236197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R481 OST

Does R481 OST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R481 OST expired on 14 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R481 OST?
The MOT on R481 OST expired on 14 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R481 OST done?
R481 OST was recorded at 41,291 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2023, an average of 915 miles a year.
Has R481 OST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R481 OST has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on R481 OST ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R481 OST find?
R481 OST passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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