Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T388 RYAMOT history

T388 RYA is a black petrol Kawasaki GPZ500S first used on 22 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 34,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
34,618 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T388 RYA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ500S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T388 RYA was last recorded at 34,618 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 862 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
33,756 miles · 2 May 2024
Between the last two tests
862 miles
Average per year
1,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,618 miles
  • 2024 – 33,756 miles
  • 2023 – 33,284 miles
  • 2021 – 32,574 miles
  • 2020 – 31,445 miles
  • 2019 – 31,426 miles
  • 2017 – 31,394 miles
  • 2016 – 31,311 miles
  • 2015 – 31,206 miles
  • 2014 – 28,468 miles
  • 2013 – 25,370 miles
  • 2012 – 21,987 miles
  • 2011 – 16,696 miles
  • 2009 – 16,258 miles
  • 2008 – 15,862 miles
  • 2007 – 14,711 miles
  • 2006 – 13,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,618 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly loose Rear sprocket cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,618 miles (+862)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    34,618 miles
    Test number
    707797031922
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly loose Rear sprocket cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass33,756 miles (+472)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    33,756 miles
    Test number
    894685385468
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect And slightly stiff operation (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear sprocket hub has slight free play in bearing and rubber cush drive

  3. Pass33,284 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    33,284 miles
    Test number
    366164038102
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cush drive rubbers worn(slight free play)

  4. Fail33,284 miles (+710)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,284 miles
    Test number
    640900238701
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear cush drive rubbers worn(slight free play)

  5. Pass32,574 miles (+1,129)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    32,574 miles
    Test number
    218167615991
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryREAR CUSH DRIVE RUBBERS HAVE SLIGHT WEAR(FREE PLY)
    • AdvisoryREAR SUSPENSION OPERATION SLIGHTLY STIFF
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass31,445 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,445 miles
    Test number
    568120377463
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySlight wear to rear cush drive

  7. Pass31,426 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,426 miles
    Test number
    387780974531
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass31,394 miles (+83)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    31,394 miles
    Test number
    882190894434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  9. Pass31,311 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    31,311 miles
    Test number
    745614223756
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  10. Pass31,206 miles (+2,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    475872815191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  11. Pass28,468 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,468 miles
    Test number
    258664694075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,370 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    25,370 miles
    Test number
    185967053015
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  13. Fail25,370 miles (+3,383)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,370 miles
    Test number
    508167253010
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  14. Pass21,987 miles (+5,291)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    21,987 miles
    Test number
    639068952035
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

  15. Pass16,696 miles (+438)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,696 miles
    Test number
    846509251037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,258 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    16,258 miles
    Test number
    393983229291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,862 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    15,862 miles
    Test number
    343263908280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,711 miles (+1,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,711 miles
    Test number
    150498117251
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  19. Pass13,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    13,486 miles
    Test number
    264191386455
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Questions about T388 RYA

Does T388 RYA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T388 RYA is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T388 RYA?
The MOT on T388 RYA is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T388 RYA done?
T388 RYA was recorded at 34,618 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 1,056 miles a year.
Has T388 RYA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T388 RYA has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T388 RYA 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 T388 RYA find?
T388 RYA passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator insecure; drive chain sprocket slightly loose rear sprocket cush drive worn; drive chain worn but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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