Kawasaki

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T242 HSOMOT history

T242 HSO is a black petrol Kawasaki first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 42,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
42,678 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 HSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T242 HSO was last recorded at 42,678 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 1,039 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,639 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,039 miles
Average per year
918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,678 miles
  • 2024 – 41,639 miles
  • 2017 – 40,248 miles
  • 2014 – 38,772 miles
  • 2012 – 38,753 miles
  • 2011 – 38,428 miles
  • 2010 – 33,227 miles
  • 2009 – 30,022 miles
  • 2007 – 26,236 miles
  • 2006 – 24,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,678 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,678 miles (+1,039)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    981595162019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass41,639 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    41,639 miles
    Test number
    305206818748
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail41,634 miles (+1,386)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,634 miles
    Test number
    103193704130
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass40,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,248 miles
    Test number
    605842196205
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  5. Fail40,247 miles (+1,475)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,247 miles
    Test number
    847773400877
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureStop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  6. Pass38,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,772 miles
    Test number
    255133594151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail38,772 miles (+19)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,772 miles
    Test number
    246876484182
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

  8. Pass38,753 miles (+325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,753 miles
    Test number
    477421422256
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  9. Pass38,428 miles (+5,201)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,428 miles
    Test number
    179360801207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteO/s foot rest slightly damaged.

  10. Pass33,227 miles (+3,205)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,227 miles
    Test number
    214676900142
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  11. Fail30,022 miles (+15)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,022 miles
    Test number
    242636029136
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

  12. Pass30,007 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    30,007 miles
    Test number
    493537109115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail29,982 miles (+3,746)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,982 miles
    Test number
    731384699077
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  14. Pass26,236 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,236 miles
    Test number
    354272577136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    24,819 miles
    Test number
    434126696034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T242 HSO

Does T242 HSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T242 HSO expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T242 HSO?
The MOT on T242 HSO expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T242 HSO done?
T242 HSO was recorded at 42,678 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 918 miles a year.
Has T242 HSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 HSO has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T242 HSO 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 T242 HSO find?
T242 HSO passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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