Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T396 EJMMOT history

T396 EJM is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 3 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 47,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
47,682 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,752 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T396 EJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T396 EJM was last recorded at 47,682 miles on 12 May 2026, 575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2017: 1,058 miles, lower than 37,461 miles on 25 Jun 2015.

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
47,107 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
575 miles
Average per year
1,752 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,682 miles
  • 2025 – 47,107 miles
  • 2024 – 46,517 miles
  • 2023 – 45,991 miles
  • 2022 – 45,480 miles
  • 2021 – 45,206 miles
  • 2019 – 42,833 miles
  • 2018 – 42,526 miles
  • 2017 – 1,058 miles
  • 2015 – 37,461 miles
  • 2013 – 33,034 miles
  • 2010 – 29,181 miles
  • 2009 – 23,430 miles
  • 2008 – 14,756 miles
  • 2006 – 13,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,682 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FOOTREST HANGER REPAIRED. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footrest

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,682 miles (+575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    47,682 miles
    Test number
    549192960984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FOOTREST HANGER REPAIRED. (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Pass47,107 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    47,107 miles
    Test number
    834326822822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,517 miles (+526)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,517 miles
    Test number
    835134580142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FOOTREST HANGER HAS CRACKED MOUNTING (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass45,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    45,991 miles
    Test number
    267787540916
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Fail45,991 miles (+511)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,991 miles
    Test number
    728143837959
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass45,480 miles (+274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    45,480 miles
    Test number
    506671005884
    • AdvisoryNearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footrest (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass45,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    45,206 miles
    Test number
    654647113423
    • AdvisoryNearside Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footrest (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    507340293236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Motorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced riders footrest (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass42,833 miles (+307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    42,833 miles
    Test number
    212115547879
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced left hand footrest mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass42,526 miles (+41,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,526 miles
    Test number
    163935067075
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  11. Pass1,058 miles (-36,403)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    1,058 miles
    Test number
    611857608723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,461 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    37,461 miles
    Test number
    656726575115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,034 miles (+90)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,034 miles
    Test number
    767040443038
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • 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 suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteFRONT FENDER SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

  14. Fail32,944 miles (+3,763)8 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,944 miles
    Test number
    255873333052
    • FailureClutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureWheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • 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 suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • NoteFRONT FENDER SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

  15. Pass29,181 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    982497140194
    • NoteChain guard missing

  16. Fail29,181 miles (+5,751)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,181 miles
    Test number
    912207740181
    • DangerousRear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChain guard missing

  17. Pass23,430 miles (+8,674)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,430 miles
    Test number
    682350899064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,756 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    14,756 miles
    Test number
    414986188036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,397 miles
    Test number
    524859686298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T396 EJM

Does T396 EJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T396 EJM is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T396 EJM?
The MOT on T396 EJM is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T396 EJM done?
T396 EJM was recorded at 47,682 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,752 miles a year.
Has T396 EJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T396 EJM has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T396 EJM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T396 EJM find?
T396 EJM passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced footrest hanger repaired..

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