Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T297 RJLMOT history

T297 RJL is a blue petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 46,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
46,507 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
756 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T297 RJL
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T297 RJL was last recorded at 46,507 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,501 miles · 3 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
756 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,507 miles
  • 2024 – 46,494 miles
  • 2023 – 46,397 miles
  • 2022 – 46,368 miles
  • 2021 – 46,190 miles
  • 2019 – 46,006 miles
  • 2018 – 45,913 miles
  • 2016 – 45,684 miles
  • 2015 – 45,526 miles
  • 2014 – 44,691 miles
  • 2012 – 42,904 miles
  • 2011 – 41,984 miles
  • 2010 – 40,027 miles
  • 2009 – 37,335 miles
  • 2008 – 33,502 miles
  • 2006 – 31,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,507 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,507 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    46,507 miles
    Test number
    225638260563
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail46,501 miles (+7)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,501 miles
    Test number
    123873166069
    • MajorOffside Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass46,494 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,494 miles
    Test number
    321028734684
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass46,397 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    46,397 miles
    Test number
    721583964078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass46,368 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    46,368 miles
    Test number
    680168098341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail46,210 miles (+20)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,210 miles
    Test number
    584959239776
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass46,190 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    46,190 miles
    Test number
    609169430983
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively front brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass46,006 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    46,006 miles
    Test number
    320178646272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,913 miles
    Test number
    693930982337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,913 miles (+229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,913 miles
    Test number
    581700068889
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass45,684 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    332755726527
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Fail45,684 miles (+158)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    131358138193
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  13. Pass45,526 miles (+835)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,526 miles
    Test number
    896162765118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,691 miles (+1,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,691 miles
    Test number
    125828154473
    • AdvisoryLower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  15. Pass42,904 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,904 miles
    Test number
    109842712204
    • AdvisoryFront Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

  16. Fail42,904 miles (+920)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,904 miles
    Test number
    146465302245
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

  17. Pass41,984 miles (+1,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    41,984 miles
    Test number
    425376901221
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

  18. Pass40,027 miles (+2,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,027 miles
    Test number
    211476190117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  19. Pass37,335 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,335 miles
    Test number
    421981709205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,502 miles (+1,833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,502 miles
    Test number
    290543608276
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  21. Pass31,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    31,669 miles
    Test number
    592155806346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T297 RJL

Does T297 RJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T297 RJL is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T297 RJL?
The MOT on T297 RJL is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T297 RJL done?
T297 RJL was recorded at 46,507 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 756 miles a year.
Has T297 RJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T297 RJL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T297 RJL 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 T297 RJL find?
T297 RJL passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake binding but not excessively; rear drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively.

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