Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T438 BJOMOT history

T438 BJO is a blue petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 40,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
40,089 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T438 BJO
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
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T438 BJO was last recorded at 40,089 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 1,220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,869 miles · 11 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,220 miles
Average per year
958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,089 miles
  • 2024 – 38,869 miles
  • 2023 – 37,861 miles
  • 2022 – 34,954 miles
  • 2021 – 34,393 miles
  • 2019 – 31,877 miles
  • 2018 – 29,273 miles
  • 2016 – 28,911 miles
  • 2015 – 28,090 miles
  • 2013 – 28,039 miles
  • 2011 – 27,986 miles
  • 2010 – 27,944 miles
  • 2009 – 27,585 miles
  • 2008 – 25,647 miles
  • 2007 – 23,527 miles
  • 2006 – 20,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,089 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.

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both tyres slightly lumpy and squared off in centre section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,089 miles (+1,220)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    40,089 miles
    Test number
    671647417395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass38,869 miles (+1,008)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    38,869 miles
    Test number
    161386213221
    • MinorStop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear bracket (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake has slight lag

  3. Pass37,861 miles (+2,907)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    37,861 miles
    Test number
    344077450769
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass34,954 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    34,954 miles
    Test number
    758339398849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass34,393 miles (+2,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    34,393 miles
    Test number
    488134936950
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass31,877 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,877 miles
    Test number
    700749640214
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres slightly lumpy and squared off in centre section

  7. Fail31,874 miles (+2,601)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,874 miles
    Test number
    186127107513
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres slightly lumpy and squared off in centre section

  8. Pass29,273 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    885130089464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,911 miles (+821)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    28,911 miles
    Test number
    354795997358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,090 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    28,090 miles
    Test number
    869005195878
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  11. Pass28,039 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    28,039 miles
    Test number
    899265603253
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  12. Pass27,986 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    27,986 miles
    Test number
    479919161164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,944 miles (+359)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,944 miles
    Test number
    480188900127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,585 miles
    Test number
    283745799057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,585 miles (+1,938)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,585 miles
    Test number
    764625199010
    • FailureFront Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

  16. Pass25,647 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,647 miles
    Test number
    922387978050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,527 miles (+2,875)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,527 miles
    Test number
    652182707134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,652 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,652 miles
    Test number
    204960546196
    • NoteFront brake slight travel on pedal

Questions about T438 BJO

Does T438 BJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T438 BJO is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T438 BJO?
The MOT on T438 BJO is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T438 BJO done?
T438 BJO was recorded at 40,089 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 958 miles a year.
Has T438 BJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T438 BJO has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on T438 BJO 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 T438 BJO find?
T438 BJO passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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