Kawasaki BN125A1

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 124 cc

S796 JCYMOT history

S796 JCY is a red petrol Kawasaki BN125A1 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 41,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
41,991 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S796 JCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
BN125A1
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
124 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S796 JCY was last recorded at 41,991 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 2,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,939 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,052 miles
Average per year
1,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,991 miles
  • 2025 – 39,939 miles
  • 2023 – 36,568 miles
  • 2022 – 33,383 miles
  • 2020 – 33,292 miles
  • 2019 – 31,593 miles
  • 2017 – 30,882 miles
  • 2015 – 29,025 miles
  • 2014 – 28,609 miles
  • 2012 – 28,186 miles
  • 2010 – 27,290 miles
  • 2009 – 25,184 miles
  • 2008 – 22,881 miles
  • 2007 – 21,129 miles
  • 2006 – 20,273 miles
  • 2005 – 16,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,991 miles
  • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,991 miles (+2,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    41,991 miles
    Test number
    265670428394
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

  2. Pass39,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    39,939 miles
    Test number
    904767831933
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  3. Fail39,939 miles (+3,371)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,939 miles
    Test number
    582378167272
    • Repaired at testDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass36,568 miles (+3,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    36,568 miles
    Test number
    532913508633
    • AdvisoryRIGHT HAND SWITCH GEAR CABLES VERY TIGHT

  5. Pass33,383 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    33,383 miles
    Test number
    801078570475
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass33,329 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    33,329 miles
    Test number
    928022348644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,292 miles
    Test number
    668772385648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail33,292 miles (+1)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,292 miles
    Test number
    614188505772
    • MajorFront Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

  9. Fail33,291 miles (+1,698)2 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,291 miles
    Test number
    693631642716
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • MajorThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass31,593 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    31,593 miles
    Test number
    810459154593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,882 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    30,882 miles
    Test number
    362847898991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,025 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,025 miles
    Test number
    460470962332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,609 miles (+423)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,609 miles
    Test number
    747099244101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,186 miles (+896)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,186 miles
    Test number
    165583382465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    27,290 miles
    Test number
    572891830379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,290 miles (+2,106)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,290 miles
    Test number
    400791930450
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

  17. Pass25,184 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    25,184 miles
    Test number
    324759029326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,881 miles (+1,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,881 miles
    Test number
    372532038311
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  19. Pass21,129 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,129 miles
    Test number
    281843637370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,273 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    20,273 miles
    Test number
    423449326326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail20,269 miles (+3,464)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,269 miles
    Test number
    943045826362
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

  22. Pass16,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    16,805 miles
    Test number
    411204615411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S796 JCY

Does S796 JCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S796 JCY is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S796 JCY?
The MOT on S796 JCY is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S796 JCY done?
S796 JCY was recorded at 41,991 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,245 miles a year.
Has S796 JCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S796 JCY has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S796 JCY 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 S796 JCY find?
S796 JCY passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: clutch lever shortened.

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