Kawasaki ZX-9R

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 899 cc

T959 BGXMOT history

T959 BGX is a blue petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 42,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2023
Mileage
42,860 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T959 BGX
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
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T959 BGX was last recorded at 42,860 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 1,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2016: 33,769 miles, lower than 50,498 miles on 9 Mar 2013.

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
41,717 miles · 18 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,143 miles
Average per year
1,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 42,860 miles
  • 2021 – 41,717 miles
  • 2020 – 34,130 miles
  • 2016 – 33,769 miles
  • 2013 – 50,498 miles
  • 2011 – 46,900 miles
  • 2006 – 36,627 miles
  • 2005 – 24,730 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,860 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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 Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 29 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,860 miles (+1,143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    42,860 miles
    Test number
    354672786590
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  2. Pass41,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    41,717 miles
    Test number
    241116522152
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  3. Fail41,707 miles (+7,577)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,707 miles
    Test number
    420522740332
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  4. Pass34,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    34,130 miles
    Test number
    593717915889
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
  5. Fail34,130 miles (+361)1 dangerous5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,130 miles
    Test number
    399184916590
    • DangerousBrake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied Pedal toe spigot taped on to the lever (1.1.2 (e) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass33,769 miles (-16,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,769 miles
    Test number
    186163983928
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
  7. Pass50,498 miles (+3,598)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    50,498 miles
    Test number
    299948863013
    • AdvisoryChain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • NoteChain tight
  8. Pass46,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,900 miles
    Test number
    246555441053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail46,900 miles (+10,273)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,900 miles
    Test number
    775398231034
    • FailureDrive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
  10. Pass36,627 miles (+11,897)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,627 miles
    Test number
    223099326390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    24,730 miles
    Test number
    311492205344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T959 BGX

Does T959 BGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T959 BGX expired on 18 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T959 BGX?
The MOT on T959 BGX expired on 18 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T959 BGX done?
T959 BGX was recorded at 42,860 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 1,068 miles a year.
Has T959 BGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T959 BGX has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T959 BGX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T959 BGX find?
T959 BGX passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort; rear upper shock absorber has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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