Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T278 SSCMOT history

T278 SSC is a blue petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 33,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2025
Mileage
33,815 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,239 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 SSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-9R
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
899 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 SSC was last recorded at 33,815 miles on 10 May 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,807 miles · 15 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
1,239 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 33,815 miles
  • 2022 – 33,807 miles
  • 2021 – 30,447 miles
  • 2020 – 25,268 miles
  • 2019 – 25,108 miles
  • 2018 – 25,009 miles
  • 2017 – 24,847 miles
  • 2016 – 24,318 miles
  • 2015 – 23,961 miles
  • 2014 – 23,438 miles
  • 2013 – 22,464 miles
  • 2012 – 21,546 miles
  • 2011 – 20,113 miles
  • 2010 – 19,130 miles
  • 2009 – 17,854 miles
  • 2008 – 15,918 miles
  • 2007 – 12,117 miles
  • 2005 – 10,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,815 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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.

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,815 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,815 miles
    Test number
    959310111569
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail33,815 miles (+8)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,815 miles
    Test number
    600596282091
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass33,807 miles (+3,360)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    33,807 miles
    Test number
    134063926725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass30,447 miles (+5,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    30,447 miles
    Test number
    228310052113
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass25,268 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    25,268 miles
    Test number
    997921360877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass25,108 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    25,108 miles
    Test number
    373538713912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,009 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    25,009 miles
    Test number
    606354305118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,847 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    24,847 miles
    Test number
    744631059694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass24,318 miles (+357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,318 miles
    Test number
    369476359866
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  10. Fail23,961 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,961 miles
    Test number
    666555905232
    • Repaired at testFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  11. Pass23,961 miles (+523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,961 miles
    Test number
    788565105263
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Pass23,438 miles (+974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,438 miles
    Test number
    256239294109
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  13. Pass22,464 miles (+918)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,464 miles
    Test number
    529797693144
    • AdvisoryClutch lever bent (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

  14. Pass21,546 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,546 miles
    Test number
    258907282175
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

  15. Fail21,546 miles (+1,433)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,546 miles
    Test number
    346917582171
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

  16. Pass20,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    20,113 miles
    Test number
    379870701435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail20,113 miles (+983)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,113 miles
    Test number
    498847491127
    • FailureFront shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  18. Pass19,130 miles (+1,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    19,130 miles
    Test number
    653963690155
    • AdvisoryFront Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  19. Pass17,854 miles (+1,936)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    17,854 miles
    Test number
    663970799138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  20. Pass15,918 miles (+787)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,918 miles
    Test number
    940773498153
    • AdvisoryFront Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  21. Pass15,131 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    15,131 miles
    Test number
    254495098011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,117 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    12,117 miles
    Test number
    453456097012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    10,376 miles
    Test number
    810100165161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T278 SSC

Does T278 SSC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 SSC expired on 9 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 SSC?
The MOT on T278 SSC expired on 9 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 SSC done?
T278 SSC was recorded at 33,815 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2024, an average of 1,239 miles a year.
Has T278 SSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 SSC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T278 SSC 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 T278 SSC find?
T278 SSC passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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