Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T238 VDVMOT history

T238 VDV is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 13 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 46,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
46,322 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T238 VDV
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
13 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T238 VDV was last recorded at 46,322 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,786 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
536 miles
Average per year
1,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,322 miles
  • 2025 – 45,786 miles
  • 2024 – 44,522 miles
  • 2023 – 44,147 miles
  • 2022 – 43,757 miles
  • 2021 – 40,965 miles
  • 2019 – 40,748 miles
  • 2018 – 39,629 miles
  • 2017 – 37,712 miles
  • 2016 – 37,698 miles
  • 2015 – 31,154 miles
  • 2013 – 28,390 miles
  • 2012 – 22,297 miles
  • 2011 – 19,844 miles
  • 2010 – 15,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,322 miles
  • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))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.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,322 miles (+536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    46,322 miles
    Test number
    785644876689
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass45,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    604902807529
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail45,786 miles (+1,264)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    533058089544
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass44,522 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    44,522 miles
    Test number
    570182041116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,147 miles (+390)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    44,147 miles
    Test number
    474420970924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,757 miles (+2,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,757 miles
    Test number
    868621935015
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass40,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,965 miles
    Test number
    364771048778
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit CENTER OF REAR TYRE VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail40,965 miles (+217)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,965 miles
    Test number
    830535573065
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit CENTER OF REAR TYRE VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass40,748 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,748 miles
    Test number
    807175011185
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever bent
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent
    • AdvisoryRear brake switch slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear brake travel

  10. Fail40,748 miles (+1,119)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,748 miles
    Test number
    150302260425
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever bent
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent
    • AdvisoryRear brake switch slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRear brake travel

  11. Pass39,629 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,629 miles
    Test number
    924533447690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,712 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,712 miles
    Test number
    425907173729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    37,698 miles
    Test number
    287430845258
    • AdvisoryExhaust noise

  14. Fail37,698 miles (+6,544)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,698 miles
    Test number
    148820935738
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noise

  15. Pass31,154 miles (+2,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,154 miles
    Test number
    775431165045
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

  16. Pass28,390 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    335287673491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,388 miles (+6,091)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,388 miles
    Test number
    188438863247
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  18. Pass22,297 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,297 miles
    Test number
    966210072159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,844 miles (+4,325)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,844 miles
    Test number
    649157231174
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteFront tyre getting low

  20. Pass15,519 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    15,519 miles
    Test number
    461798130191
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

  21. Fail15,504 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,504 miles
    Test number
    514464930172
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Questions about T238 VDV

Does T238 VDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T238 VDV is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T238 VDV?
The MOT on T238 VDV is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T238 VDV done?
T238 VDV was recorded at 46,322 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 1,909 miles a year.
Has T238 VDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T238 VDV has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T238 VDV 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 T238 VDV find?
T238 VDV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: drive chain slightly loose; rear lower shock absorber has a slightly worn bush.

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