Kawasaki ZX-6R

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 599 cc

T601 BWOMOT history

T601 BWO is a black petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 20,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
20,267 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T601 BWO
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
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T601 BWO was last recorded at 20,267 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2017.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Mar 2007: 13,193 miles, lower than 13,954 miles on 2 Feb 2006.

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
19,347 miles · 25 May 2017
Between the last two tests
920 miles
Average per year
307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 20,267 miles
  • 2017 – 19,347 miles
  • 2015 – 17,098 miles
  • 2013 – 15,583 miles
  • 2010 – 14,321 miles
  • 2008 – 14,280 miles
  • 2007 – 13,193 miles
  • 2006 – 13,954 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,267 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.

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass20,267 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    20,267 miles
    Test number
    851568678969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass19,347 miles (+2,249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    19,347 miles
    Test number
    267405301558
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  3. Pass17,098 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    17,098 miles
    Test number
    397507255153
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  4. Fail17,098 miles (+1,515)4 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,098 miles
    Test number
    407576435122
    • DangerousFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • DangerousFront Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • DangerousHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • DangerousOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  5. Fail15,583 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,583 miles
    Test number
    127805943106
    • Repaired at testFront Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)
    • Repaired at testLocking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
    • Repaired at testRiders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • NoteAdv right crash bobbin loose

  6. Pass15,583 miles (+1,262)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    15,583 miles
    Test number
    715705243165
    • NoteAdv right crash bobbin loose

  7. Pass14,321 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,321 miles
    Test number
    852469610362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass14,280 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    14,280 miles
    Test number
    123107658005
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
    • NoteFront brakes slightly bindihg

  9. Fail14,280 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,280 miles
    Test number
    523197758078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the suspension (2.3.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
    • NoteFront brakes slightly bindihg

  10. Fail14,280 miles (+1,087)2 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,280 miles
    Test number
    620916758099
    • DangerousFront Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • DangerousThe headlamp and the rear light on this machine do not conform to any recognisable criteria,they provide poor service and can be described as dangerous
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

  11. Pass13,193 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    13,193 miles
    Test number
    410043387024
    • AdvisoryStop lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.1b)

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    100253236464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass13,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    13,954 miles
    Test number
    713273836020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T601 BWO

Does T601 BWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T601 BWO is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T601 BWO?
The MOT on T601 BWO is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T601 BWO done?
T601 BWO was recorded at 20,267 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 307 miles a year.
Has T601 BWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T601 BWO has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2015.
Has the mileage on T601 BWO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T601 BWO find?
T601 BWO passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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