Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 899 cc

S749 BFAMOT history

S749 BFA is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 17 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 32,118 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
32,118 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S749 BFA
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
17 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S749 BFA was last recorded at 32,118 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,402 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
716 miles
Average per year
1,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 32,118 miles
  • 2025 – 31,402 miles
  • 2024 – 30,453 miles
  • 2020 – 30,221 miles
  • 2019 – 29,028 miles
  • 2018 – 27,790 miles
  • 2017 – 25,096 miles
  • 2016 – 21,381 miles
  • 2015 – 20,082 miles
  • 2014 – 19,661 miles
  • 2013 – 19,390 miles
  • 2012 – 17,975 miles
  • 2011 – 16,938 miles
  • 2010 – 15,357 miles
  • 2009 – 12,491 miles
  • 2007 – 12,233 miles
  • 2006 – 10,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,118 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (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 pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,118 miles (+716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    32,118 miles
    Test number
    182121963160
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass31,402 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    31,402 miles
    Test number
    294093270350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail31,382 miles (+929)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,382 miles
    Test number
    476496071400
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass30,453 miles (+232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    30,453 miles
    Test number
    141640795847
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front indicator lenses missing doesn't effect the light

  5. Pass30,221 miles (+1,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    30,221 miles
    Test number
    777328839110
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust

  6. Pass29,028 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    29,028 miles
    Test number
    470456546924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,790 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    27,790 miles
    Test number
    417545507802
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail27,790 miles (+2,694)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,790 miles
    Test number
    670680853926
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass25,096 miles (+3,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    840973714225
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  10. Pass21,381 miles (+1,299)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    21,381 miles
    Test number
    526485672786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail20,082 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,082 miles
    Test number
    139556455151
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass20,082 miles (+421)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    20,082 miles
    Test number
    656696155199
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass19,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    446557954131
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  14. Fail19,661 miles (+271)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    458657754100
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  15. Pass19,390 miles (+1,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    19,390 miles
    Test number
    857114353153
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  16. Pass17,975 miles (+1,037)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    17,975 miles
    Test number
    256924452139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,938 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,938 miles
    Test number
    977322591061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,357 miles (+2,866)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    15,357 miles
    Test number
    541821690013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,491 miles
    Test number
    154949589435
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Fail12,491 miles (+258)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,491 miles
    Test number
    163676689497
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  21. Pass12,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    12,233 miles
    Test number
    371478307150
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  22. Fail12,233 miles (+1,315)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,233 miles
    Test number
    671468907192
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  23. Pass10,918 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    10,918 miles
    Test number
    563857716109
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Questions about S749 BFA

Does S749 BFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S749 BFA is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S749 BFA?
The MOT on S749 BFA is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S749 BFA done?
S749 BFA was recorded at 32,118 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 1,052 miles a year.
Has S749 BFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S749 BFA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S749 BFA 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 S749 BFA find?
S749 BFA passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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