Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 599 cc

S39 JALMOT history

S39 JAL is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 42,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2026
Mileage
42,102 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S39 JAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S39 JAL was last recorded at 42,102 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,102 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,102 miles
  • 2019 – 41,013 miles
  • 2014 – 39,633 miles
  • 2013 – 39,361 miles
  • 2012 – 38,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,102 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,102 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    508253271089
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail42,102 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    664870125524
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick up to right (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass42,088 km (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    42,088 km
    Test number
    245455415342
    • AdvisorySlight bind of rear brake
  4. Pass41,653 km
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,653 km
    Test number
    401520291747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass41,013 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,013 miles
    Test number
    235515369485
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass40,981 km (+189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,981 km
    Test number
    253385924889
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront aluminum brake line fixings
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. Pass40,792 km (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,792 km
    Test number
    619981135667
    • AdvisoryFront brake lines fitted with alloy fixings
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryRear brake slightly binding
  8. Pass40,746 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,746 km
    Test number
    618072138981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,633 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,633 miles
    Test number
    765047464234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteFront alloy brake line fixings (bolts)
  10. Fail39,633 miles (+195)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,633 miles
    Test number
    987750564254
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteFront alloy brake line fixings (bolts)
  11. Pass39,438 miles (+77)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,438 miles
    Test number
    208585294124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
  12. Pass39,361 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,361 miles
    Test number
    418427373186
    • NoteAnodized unions and bolts fitted.
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteO/S Resonator box loose.
  13. Fail39,361 km3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,361 km
    Test number
    318381373168
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • NoteAnodized unions and bolts fitted.
    • NoteO/S Resonator box loose.
  14. Pass38,766 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,766 miles
    Test number
    209901572160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteFront brake system has anodised banjo/bolts fitted.
  15. Pass38,308 km (+88)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,308 km
    Test number
    336725141187
    • NoteAlloy brake unions fitted
    • NoteFront brakes starting to stick/binding.
  16. Pass38,220 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,220 km
    Test number
    690844070138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteAlloy brake unions fitted on front brake system.
  17. Fail38,220 km (+220)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,220 km
    Test number
    783009860193
    • FailureFront wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
    • FailureRear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • NoteAlloy brake unions fitted on front brake system.
  18. Pass38,000 km (+362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,000 km
    Test number
    222706959114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
  19. Pass37,638 km (+103)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,638 km
    Test number
    581273068185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,535 km (+303)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,535 km
    Test number
    651087158193
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureFront Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
  21. Pass37,232 km
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,232 km
    Test number
    990660107224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S39 JAL

Does S39 JAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S39 JAL expired on 20 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S39 JAL?
The MOT on S39 JAL expired on 20 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S39 JAL done?
S39 JAL was recorded at 42,102 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 265 miles a year.
Has S39 JAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S39 JAL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S39 JAL 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 S39 JAL find?
S39 JAL passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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