Kawasaki ZX-9R

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T490 BCDMOT history

T490 BCD is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 15 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 60,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
60,121 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T490 BCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-9R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
899 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T490 BCD was last recorded at 60,121 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 9,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,316 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,805 miles
Average per year
2,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,121 miles
  • 2025 – 50,316 miles
  • 2021 – 50,276 miles
  • 2020 – 49,895 miles
  • 2018 – 49,606 miles
  • 2017 – 46,715 miles
  • 2016 – 42,957 miles
  • 2015 – 39,787 miles
  • 2014 – 32,907 miles
  • 2013 – 21,663 miles
  • 2012 – 10,792 miles
  • 2011 – 8,563 miles
  • 2009 – 7,719 miles
  • 2006 – 7,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,121 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.

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • 1x tail-lamp bulb inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Both front brake discs slightly warped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Coolant leak(radiator)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass60,121 miles (+9,805)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    60,121 miles
    Test number
    367593583887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,316 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    50,316 miles
    Test number
    813150097824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass50,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    419842620400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,276 miles (+381)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,276 miles
    Test number
    676116498170
    • MajorOffside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

  5. Pass49,895 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    49,895 miles
    Test number
    272585412558
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Fail49,866 miles (+260)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    828159916078
    • DangerousRear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSteering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
    • Advisory1 rear light working
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass49,606 miles (+2,891)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,606 miles
    Test number
    923761802989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,715 miles (+3,758)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,715 miles
    Test number
    587999294460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass42,957 miles (+3,170)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,957 miles
    Test number
    878644904978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,787 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,787 miles
    Test number
    459464481083
    • Advisory1x tail-lamp bulb inoperative
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly warped
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak(radiator)

  11. Fail39,787 miles (+82)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,787 miles
    Test number
    203498642712
    • FailureFront Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • Advisory1x tail-lamp bulb inoperative
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly warped
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak(radiator)

  12. Fail39,705 miles (+6,798)2 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,705 miles
    Test number
    106827325172
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • Note1x stop/tail bulb not working
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteAll brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteRear brake disc fitted wrong way round!

  13. Pass32,907 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,907 miles
    Test number
    297758024466
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  14. Fail32,907 miles (+11,244)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,907 miles
    Test number
    849856324160
    • FailureFront Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureNearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
    • NoteFront brake pads low

  15. Pass21,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    21,663 miles
    Test number
    549599013139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,663 miles (+10,871)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,663 miles
    Test number
    355199513173
    • FailureRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

  17. Pass10,792 miles (+2,229)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    10,792 miles
    Test number
    298741622140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,563 miles (+844)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    8,563 miles
    Test number
    448554721163
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  19. Pass7,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    7,719 miles
    Test number
    713922469030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail7,719 miles (+275)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,719 miles
    Test number
    250017759031
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  21. Pass7,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    7,444 miles
    Test number
    202204856328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T490 BCD

Does T490 BCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T490 BCD is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T490 BCD?
The MOT on T490 BCD is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T490 BCD done?
T490 BCD was recorded at 60,121 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,670 miles a year.
Has T490 BCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T490 BCD has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T490 BCD 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 T490 BCD find?
T490 BCD passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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