Kawasaki ER5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T659 EANMOT history

T659 EAN is a blue petrol Kawasaki ER5 first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 36,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
36,190 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T659 EAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ER5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T659 EAN was last recorded at 36,190 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2012: 27,099 miles, lower than 29,156 miles on 23 Sept 2011.

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
36,165 miles · 5 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
1,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,190 miles
  • 2024 – 36,165 miles
  • 2023 – 36,141 miles
  • 2022 – 36,050 miles
  • 2021 – 35,823 miles
  • 2020 – 35,319 miles
  • 2018 – 34,199 miles
  • 2017 – 33,117 miles
  • 2016 – 32,620 miles
  • 2015 – 32,451 miles
  • 2014 – 30,698 miles
  • 2013 – 28,904 miles
  • 2012 – 27,100 miles
  • 2011 – 29,156 miles
  • 2010 – 23,642 miles
  • 2009 – 22,364 miles
  • 2008 – 20,729 miles
  • 2007 – 18,694 miles
  • 2006 – 16,755 miles
  • 2005 – 14,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,190 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.

  • Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Exhaust noisey

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,190 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    36,190 miles
    Test number
    986006404694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass36,165 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    36,165 miles
    Test number
    315194281343
    • AdvisoryFront No Front Fender
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Fail36,160 miles (+19)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    747215459873
    • MajorFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rear Tyre fitted on Front Wheel (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass36,141 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    935120185848
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Fail36,141 miles (+91)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,141 miles
    Test number
    888797018475
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass36,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    36,050 miles
    Test number
    410822286333
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisey

  7. Fail36,050 miles (+227)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,050 miles
    Test number
    320933124087
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements numberplate too small (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisey

  8. Pass35,823 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    35,823 miles
    Test number
    366116542237
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisey

  9. Fail35,782 miles (+463)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    335491981498
    • MajorAll direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryChain guard missing
    • AdvisoryHandlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass35,319 miles (+1,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    35,319 miles
    Test number
    427827586546
    • AdvisoryModified machine

  11. Pass34,199 miles (+1,082)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    34,199 miles
    Test number
    992161668657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,117 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,117 miles
    Test number
    527031378484
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  13. Pass32,620 miles (+169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    32,620 miles
    Test number
    177867829920
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive rubbbers (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass32,451 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,451 miles
    Test number
    143336071855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,698 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,698 miles
    Test number
    307369464239
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  16. Fail30,698 miles (+1,794)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,698 miles
    Test number
    666329564245
    • Repaired at testFront Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  17. Pass28,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,904 miles
    Test number
    467407973225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,904 miles (+1,804)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,904 miles
    Test number
    558477273222
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  19. Pass27,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    27,100 miles
    Test number
    928696382203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,099 miles (-2,057)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,099 miles
    Test number
    238876382218
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  21. Pass29,156 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    916666461254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  22. Fail29,156 miles (+5,514)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    725966961232
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

  23. Pass23,642 miles (+1,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,642 miles
    Test number
    731262050202
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

  24. Pass22,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,364 miles
    Test number
    752744859247
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

  25. Fail22,364 miles (+1,635)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,364 miles
    Test number
    523564759295
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

  26. Pass20,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    20,729 miles
    Test number
    844535308385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,729 miles (+2,035)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,729 miles
    Test number
    770124608379
    • FailureDrive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

  28. Pass18,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    18,694 miles
    Test number
    422148077276
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  29. Fail18,694 miles (+1,939)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,694 miles
    Test number
    352198477446
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

  30. Pass16,755 miles (+2,083)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,755 miles
    Test number
    321191076262
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  31. Pass14,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,672 miles
    Test number
    512471605337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T659 EAN

Does T659 EAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T659 EAN expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T659 EAN?
The MOT on T659 EAN expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T659 EAN done?
T659 EAN was recorded at 36,190 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 1,078 miles a year.
Has T659 EAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T659 EAN has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T659 EAN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T659 EAN find?
T659 EAN passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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