Kawasaki GPZ500S

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 498 cc

T977 LLKMOT history

T977 LLK is a black petrol Kawasaki GPZ500S first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 39,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2025
Mileage
39,731 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T977 LLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
GPZ500S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T977 LLK was last recorded at 39,731 miles on 20 Jul 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,726 miles · 1 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 39,731 miles
  • 2023 – 36,958 miles
  • 2022 – 35,218 miles
  • 2021 – 34,023 miles
  • 2019 – 32,637 miles
  • 2018 – 31,158 miles
  • 2017 – 28,778 miles
  • 2016 – 26,333 miles
  • 2015 – 23,936 miles
  • 2014 – 21,781 miles
  • 2013 – 20,261 miles
  • 2012 – 17,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,731 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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 Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,731 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    39,731 miles
    Test number
    700966136028
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  2. Fail39,731 miles (+5)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,731 miles
    Test number
    483679338067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  3. Fail39,726 miles (+2,768)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,726 miles
    Test number
    564559638986
    • MajorFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass36,958 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    36,958 miles
    Test number
    802581822310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,218 miles (+1,195)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,218 miles
    Test number
    857979065846
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass34,023 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2022
    Odometer
    34,023 miles
    Test number
    850927358102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail34,023 miles (+1,386)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,023 miles
    Test number
    840903898436
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass32,637 miles (+1,479)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,637 miles
    Test number
    758523106948
    • AdvisoryCush drive rubbers worn
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  9. Pass31,158 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,158 miles
    Test number
    432216953544
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisorySteering head bearings slightly notchy with the wheel raised

  10. Fail31,158 miles (+2,380)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,158 miles
    Test number
    945116790637
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension has reduced damping effect
    • AdvisorySteering head bearings slightly notchy with the wheel raised

  11. Pass28,778 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    28,778 miles
    Test number
    349413945055
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Fail28,671 miles (+2,338)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,671 miles
    Test number
    224998572457
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureRear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

  13. Pass26,333 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,333 miles
    Test number
    655057663014
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  14. Fail26,333 miles (+2,397)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,333 miles
    Test number
    331257267482
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

  15. Pass23,936 miles (+151)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    23,936 miles
    Test number
    995295715147
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  16. Fail23,785 miles (+2,004)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,785 miles
    Test number
    946679995008
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  17. Pass21,781 miles (+1,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,781 miles
    Test number
    716622304184
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  18. Pass20,261 miles (+2,480)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,261 miles
    Test number
    975033803110
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

  19. Pass17,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    17,781 miles
    Test number
    566011202164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T977 LLK

Does T977 LLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T977 LLK expired on 19 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T977 LLK?
The MOT on T977 LLK expired on 19 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T977 LLK done?
T977 LLK was recorded at 39,731 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2024, an average of 1,788 miles a year.
Has T977 LLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T977 LLK has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T977 LLK 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 T977 LLK find?
T977 LLK passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front upper clutch lever shortened; offside rear lower brake pad(s) close to minimum limit.

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