Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T218 LVWMOT history

T218 LVW is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 34,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Apr 2025
Mileage
34,452 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T218 LVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-9R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
899 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T218 LVW was last recorded at 34,452 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
34,428 miles · 20 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 34,452 miles
  • 2023 – 33,956 miles
  • 2022 – 33,463 miles
  • 2021 – 32,903 miles
  • 2020 – 32,181 miles
  • 2019 – 31,394 miles
  • 2018 – 30,172 miles
  • 2017 – 24,316 miles
  • 2016 – 24,268 miles
  • 2015 – 24,261 miles
  • 2011 – 19,985 miles
  • 2010 – 18,485 miles
  • 2009 – 11,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,452 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Indicators flashing slightly fast

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,452 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    34,452 miles
    Test number
    757174964293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail34,428 miles (+472)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,428 miles
    Test number
    306781676884
    • DangerousRear brake hose touching/rubbing on exhaust end can. This could potentially rub through the brake hose.
    • DangerousRear reservoir mounted in such a way that could possible induce air into the brake system.
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame. (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIndicator flash rate slightly fast.

  3. Pass33,956 miles (+493)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    33,956 miles
    Test number
    200176836980
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTop fairing cowling slightly loose

  4. Pass33,463 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    33,463 miles
    Test number
    256240899874
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail33,456 miles (+553)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,456 miles
    Test number
    544093640151
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass32,903 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    32,903 miles
    Test number
    692776042429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,181 miles (+787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,181 miles
    Test number
    780920070188
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryIndicators flash rate slightly fast

  8. Pass31,394 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    31,394 miles
    Test number
    864426596848
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryIndicators flashing slightly fast

  9. Fail31,377 miles (+1,205)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,377 miles
    Test number
    896006835397
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has slightly reduced damping effect
    • AdvisoryIndicators flashing slightly fast

  10. Pass30,172 miles (+5,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    157982852542
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  11. Pass24,316 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    24,316 miles
    Test number
    750626302966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,268 miles
    Test number
    130730032630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,267 miles (+6)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,267 miles
    Test number
    732292368800
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

  14. Pass24,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    24,261 miles
    Test number
    279997405499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926623713179
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • NoteLeft clutch lever close to speedo

  16. Pass19,985 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,985 miles
    Test number
    906901221266
    • NoteBoth front floating brake discs have slight play.

  17. Fail19,984 miles (+1,499)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,984 miles
    Test number
    797666211269
    • FailureDrive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • NoteBoth front floating brake discs have slight play.

  18. Fail18,485 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,485 miles
    Test number
    160420960178
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass18,485 miles (+6,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    18,485 miles
    Test number
    260290960486
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  20. Fail11,568 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,568 miles
    Test number
    372100159154
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • Repaired at testThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

  21. Pass11,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    11,568 miles
    Test number
    700190859197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T218 LVW

Does T218 LVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T218 LVW expired on 15 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T218 LVW?
The MOT on T218 LVW expired on 15 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T218 LVW done?
T218 LVW was recorded at 34,452 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 1,538 miles a year.
Has T218 LVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T218 LVW has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T218 LVW 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 T218 LVW find?
T218 LVW passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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