Kawasaki ER5

White · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T257 FOWMOT history

T257 FOW is a white petrol Kawasaki ER5 first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 32,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2022
Mileage
32,691 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 FOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ER5
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 FOW was last recorded at 32,691 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2020: 32,642 miles, lower than 86,341 miles on 21 Feb 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
32,642 miles · 5 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
49 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 32,691 miles
  • 2020 – 32,642 miles
  • 2012 – 86,341 miles
  • 2011 – 75,279 miles
  • 2010 – 64,566 miles
  • 2009 – 58,988 miles
  • 2008 – 55,361 miles
  • 2007 – 46,210 miles
  • 2006 – 38,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass32,691 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))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.

  • Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass32,691 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    32,691 miles
    Test number
    326136450484
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Fail32,691 miles (+49)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,691 miles
    Test number
    750877285018
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass32,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    32,642 miles
    Test number
    406499012829
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail32,642 miles (-53,699)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,642 miles
    Test number
    849204285646
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear spindle split pin missing

  5. Pass86,341 miles (+11,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,341 miles
    Test number
    119342352468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  6. Pass75,279 miles (+10,713)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    75,279 miles
    Test number
    339413641011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  7. Pass64,566 miles (+5,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,566 miles
    Test number
    311167750030
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  8. Pass58,988 miles (+3,627)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,988 miles
    Test number
    553146139074
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • NoteHandlebars slightly bent

  9. Pass55,361 miles (+222)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    55,361 miles
    Test number
    152044448477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,139 miles (+8,929)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,139 miles
    Test number
    402031738080
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

  11. Pass46,210 miles (+7,920)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    46,210 miles
    Test number
    903771537066
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  12. Pass38,290 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,290 miles
    Test number
    940928736077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,179 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,179 miles
    Test number
    140063636078
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Questions about T257 FOW

Does T257 FOW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 FOW expired on 8 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 FOW?
The MOT on T257 FOW expired on 8 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 FOW done?
T257 FOW was recorded at 32,691 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021.
Has T257 FOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 FOW has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T257 FOW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T257 FOW find?
T257 FOW passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front wheel bearing has slight play; rear brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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