Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black and Green · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T257 HVVMOT history

T257 HVV is a black and green petrol Kawasaki GPZ500S first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2023 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 18,133 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2023
Mileage
18,133 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2022
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 HVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ500S
Colour
Black and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2023
Latest MOT test
5 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 HVV was last recorded at 18,133 miles on 5 May 2022, 1,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
16,990 miles · 8 Feb 2017
Between the last two tests
1,143 miles
Average per year
324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 18,133 miles
  • 2017 – 16,990 miles
  • 2016 – 16,249 miles
  • 2013 – 16,203 miles
  • 2012 – 16,135 miles
  • 2011 – 16,012 miles
  • 2010 – 15,288 miles
  • 2009 – 15,165 miles
  • 2008 – 14,918 miles
  • 2007 – 14,417 miles
  • 2006 – 12,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass18,133 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass18,133 miles (+1,143)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    18,133 miles
    Test number
    260610064304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass16,990 miles (+741)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    16,990 miles
    Test number
    119698173742
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  3. Pass16,249 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,249 miles
    Test number
    351764310077
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  4. Pass16,203 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,203 miles
    Test number
    906160153122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail16,135 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,135 miles
    Test number
    266591652165
    • Repaired at testRear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

  6. Pass16,135 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,135 miles
    Test number
    738091252131
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

  7. Pass16,012 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,012 miles
    Test number
    546541351121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass15,288 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,288 miles
    Test number
    842764950180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass15,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,165 miles
    Test number
    192449949148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail15,163 miles (+245)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,163 miles
    Test number
    990999949197
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

  11. Pass14,918 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,918 miles
    Test number
    274431358195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass14,417 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,417 miles
    Test number
    340775247111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass12,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    12,968 miles
    Test number
    992693746124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T257 HVV

Does T257 HVV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 HVV expired on 4 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 HVV?
The MOT on T257 HVV expired on 4 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 HVV done?
T257 HVV was recorded at 18,133 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2022, an average of 324 miles a year.
Has T257 HVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 HVV has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2012.
Has the mileage on T257 HVV 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 T257 HVV find?
T257 HVV passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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