Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T509 EFJMOT history

T509 EFJ is a blue petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 13 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 36,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
36,429 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T509 EFJ
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
13 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T509 EFJ was last recorded at 36,429 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,429 miles · 11 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,429 miles
  • 2025 – 36,424 miles
  • 2020 – 36,167 miles
  • 2019 – 35,663 miles
  • 2018 – 35,047 miles
  • 2017 – 34,620 miles
  • 2016 – 34,247 miles
  • 2015 – 33,856 miles
  • 2014 – 33,410 miles
  • 2013 – 32,229 miles
  • 2012 – 31,699 miles
  • 2011 – 30,847 miles
  • 2010 – 29,207 miles
  • 2009 – 26,153 miles
  • 2008 – 23,592 miles
  • 2007 – 22,683 miles
  • 2006 – 22,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,429 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth tyres are starting to perish, cord not exposedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,429 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    36,429 miles
    Test number
    455746567038
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres are starting to perish, cord not exposed
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail36,429 miles (+5)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,429 miles
    Test number
    996255942218
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres are starting to perish, cord not exposed
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail36,424 miles (+257)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,424 miles
    Test number
    102090758277
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to test wheel bearings due to brakes excessively binding. Will need inspecting once brakes are sorted

  4. Pass36,167 miles (+504)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,167 miles
    Test number
    243272069463
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass35,663 miles (+616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    35,663 miles
    Test number
    785675387468
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass35,047 miles (+427)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,047 miles
    Test number
    272914101630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  7. Pass34,620 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    34,620 miles
    Test number
    294792605790
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  8. Fail34,617 miles (+370)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,617 miles
    Test number
    660411292656
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre right on legal limit of 1mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  9. Pass34,247 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    34,247 miles
    Test number
    556500981867
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  10. Fail34,241 miles (+385)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,241 miles
    Test number
    539112547045
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  11. Pass33,856 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    33,856 miles
    Test number
    704901765016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,410 miles (+1,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    33,410 miles
    Test number
    245057024210
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

  13. Pass32,229 miles (+530)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,229 miles
    Test number
    938513053261
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

  14. Pass31,699 miles (+852)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,699 miles
    Test number
    758184462212
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  15. Pass30,847 miles (+1,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,847 miles
    Test number
    378740921412
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  16. Pass29,207 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,207 miles
    Test number
    782728340111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,153 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,153 miles
    Test number
    832188899040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,592 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,592 miles
    Test number
    820413918165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,683 miles (+533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,683 miles
    Test number
    870390117141
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass22,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,150 miles
    Test number
    984006896048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T509 EFJ

Does T509 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T509 EFJ is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T509 EFJ?
The MOT on T509 EFJ is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T509 EFJ done?
T509 EFJ was recorded at 36,429 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 713 miles a year.
Has T509 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T509 EFJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T509 EFJ 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 T509 EFJ find?
T509 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: both tyres are starting to perish, cord not exposed; rear tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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