Kawasaki EX500

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T59 JBPMOT history

T59 JBP is a black petrol Kawasaki EX500 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 44,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
44,982 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T59 JBP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
EX500
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T59 JBP was last recorded at 44,982 miles on 5 May 2026, 238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,744 miles · 12 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
238 miles
Average per year
1,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,982 miles
  • 2024 – 44,744 miles
  • 2023 – 44,487 miles
  • 2021 – 44,347 miles
  • 2019 – 44,033 miles
  • 2018 – 43,510 miles
  • 2017 – 42,251 miles
  • 2016 – 40,879 miles
  • 2015 – 40,469 miles
  • 2013 – 37,588 miles
  • 2012 – 36,082 miles
  • 2011 – 32,792 miles
  • 2010 – 30,972 miles
  • 2009 – 29,325 miles
  • 2008 – 27,301 miles
  • 2007 – 24,907 miles
  • 2006 – 21,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,982 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,982 miles (+238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    44,982 miles
    Test number
    535403486390
    • AdvisoryBrake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Pass44,744 miles (+257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    44,744 miles
    Test number
    836844841488
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
  3. Pass44,487 miles (+140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    44,487 miles
    Test number
    530212863703
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
  4. Pass44,347 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    44,347 miles
    Test number
    696088061615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,033 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,033 miles
    Test number
    292334725632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,510 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    43,510 miles
    Test number
    815457743824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,251 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,251 miles
    Test number
    706860475010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,879 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,879 miles
    Test number
    971245544522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,469 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,469 miles
    Test number
    748951845098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,438 miles (+2,850)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,438 miles
    Test number
    268748225088
    • FailureMotorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate characters incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
  11. Pass37,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,588 miles
    Test number
    437649933413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,588 miles (+1,448)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,588 miles
    Test number
    999767633340
    • FailureFront Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureSteering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
  13. Pass36,140 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    36,140 miles
    Test number
    769029753053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,082 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,082 miles
    Test number
    276274042127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,792 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,792 miles
    Test number
    845775301152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,972 miles (+1,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    30,972 miles
    Test number
    253166400425
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  17. Pass29,325 miles (+2,024)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,325 miles
    Test number
    953465839158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  18. Pass27,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,301 miles
    Test number
    361558488066
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
  19. Fail27,301 miles (+2,394)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,301 miles
    Test number
    713352688078
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
  20. Pass24,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    24,907 miles
    Test number
    314582387014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail24,907 miles (+2,978)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,907 miles
    Test number
    272056377023
    • DangerousRear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
  22. Pass21,929 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,929 miles
    Test number
    790560266007
    • NoteSlight play in headstuck

Questions about T59 JBP

Does T59 JBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T59 JBP is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T59 JBP?
The MOT on T59 JBP is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T59 JBP done?
T59 JBP was recorded at 44,982 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,142 miles a year.
Has T59 JBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T59 JBP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2015.
Has the mileage on T59 JBP 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 T59 JBP find?
T59 JBP passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 advisory: brake binding but not excessively front and rear.

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