Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 899 cc

S59 TKLMOT history

S59 TKL is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 16 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 40,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jul 2027
Mileage
40,772 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S59 TKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-9R
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
899 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S59 TKL was last recorded at 40,772 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2012: 33,111 miles, lower than 43,176 miles on 10 Aug 2010.
  • 1 Sept 2014: 1 miles, lower than 33,111 miles on 23 Mar 2012.

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
40,093 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
679 miles
Average per year
776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,772 miles
  • 2025 – 40,093 miles
  • 2023 – 39,676 miles
  • 2022 – 39,066 miles
  • 2020 – 38,537 miles
  • 2019 – 37,548 miles
  • 2018 – 36,786 miles
  • 2017 – 34,998 miles
  • 2015 – 33,313 miles
  • 2014 – 1 miles
  • 2012 – 33,111 miles
  • 2010 – 43,176 miles
  • 2009 – 41,002 miles
  • 2008 – 35,512 miles
  • 2007 – 30,887 miles
  • 2006 – 25,324 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,772 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

  • Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,772 miles (+679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    40,772 miles
    Test number
    738758753245
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass40,093 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    40,093 miles
    Test number
    995015268120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass39,676 miles (+610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    39,676 miles
    Test number
    296802626841
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass39,066 miles (+529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    39,066 miles
    Test number
    630518642010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass38,537 miles (+989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    38,537 miles
    Test number
    480948382064
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass37,548 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    37,548 miles
    Test number
    966145000089
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFoot rest rubbers worn
    • AdvisoryHand grips worn

  7. Fail37,516 miles (+730)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,516 miles
    Test number
    162849148681
    • DangerousNearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousSteering lock stop missing
    • MajorNearside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
    • MajorSteering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))
    • MinorRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass36,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    36,786 miles
    Test number
    320224740022
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  9. Fail36,786 miles (+1,788)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,786 miles
    Test number
    908845181615
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
    • FailureRear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

  10. Pass34,998 miles (+1,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,998 miles
    Test number
    137684340615
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  11. Pass33,313 miles (+33,312)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    33,313 miles
    Test number
    491498336591
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

  12. Fail1 miles (-33,110)18 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1 miles
    Test number
    828794544221
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
    • FailureHeadlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSteering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
    • NoteGear lever pivot/s slightly worn

  13. Pass33,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,111 miles
    Test number
    689763782000
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  14. Fail33,111 miles (-10,065)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,111 miles
    Test number
    136993482481
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  15. Fail43,176 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,176 miles
    Test number
    131402420263
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteOne tail light bulb inop

  16. Pass43,176 miles (+2,174)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,176 miles
    Test number
    190662320249
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • NoteOne tail light bulb inop

  17. Pass41,002 miles (+5,490)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,002 miles
    Test number
    973874259174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,512 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,512 miles
    Test number
    843719048196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,887 miles
    Test number
    731696117111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,887 miles (+5,563)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,887 miles
    Test number
    183316517164
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  21. Pass25,324 miles (+234)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,324 miles
    Test number
    250719516156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,090 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,090 miles
    Test number
    162338506174
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Questions about S59 TKL

Does S59 TKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S59 TKL is valid until 5 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S59 TKL?
The MOT on S59 TKL is valid until 5 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S59 TKL done?
S59 TKL was recorded at 40,772 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 776 miles a year.
Has S59 TKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S59 TKL has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2019.
Has the mileage on S59 TKL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 23 Mar 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S59 TKL find?
S59 TKL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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