Kawasaki ZX-7R

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 749 cc

V85 ERBMOT history

V85 ERB is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-7R first used on 1 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Oct 2022 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 45,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Oct 2022
Mileage
45,299 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2018
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V85 ERB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-7R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
749 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

V85 ERB was last recorded at 45,299 miles on 19 Jul 2018, 383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,916 miles · 26 Jul 2017
Between the last two tests
383 miles
Average per year
1,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 45,299 miles
  • 2017 – 44,916 miles
  • 2016 – 44,505 miles
  • 2015 – 44,020 miles
  • 2014 – 43,679 miles
  • 2013 – 37,053 miles
  • 2011 – 35,689 miles
  • 2010 – 34,378 miles
  • 2009 – 33,612 miles
  • 2008 – 32,470 miles
  • 2007 – 30,842 miles
  • 2006 – 26,469 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryDaylight use only
  • AdvisoryOff road machine

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.

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    424933156746
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDaylight use only
    • AdvisoryOff road machine

  2. Pass45,299 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,299 miles
    Test number
    139641463757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,916 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,916 miles
    Test number
    395771283672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,505 miles (+485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,505 miles
    Test number
    143391161043
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  5. Pass44,020 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,020 miles
    Test number
    757291545173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  6. Pass43,679 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,679 miles
    Test number
    267534544406
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  7. Fail43,679 miles (+6,626)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,679 miles
    Test number
    569115134162
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureIndicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  8. Pass37,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,053 miles
    Test number
    659967353074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail37,053 miles (+1,364)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,053 miles
    Test number
    379997453091
    • FailureCentre Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

  10. Pass35,689 miles (+1,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,689 miles
    Test number
    805991001304
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  11. Pass34,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,378 miles
    Test number
    391839890462
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

  12. Fail34,378 miles (+766)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,378 miles
    Test number
    393809690270
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

  13. Pass33,612 miles (+1,142)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,612 miles
    Test number
    772205459294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,470 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,470 miles
    Test number
    974060948203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,842 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    943881547265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,469 miles
    Test number
    654452346238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V85 ERB

Does V85 ERB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V85 ERB expired on 29 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V85 ERB?
The MOT on V85 ERB expired on 29 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V85 ERB done?
V85 ERB was recorded at 45,299 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2018, an average of 1,584 miles a year.
Has V85 ERB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V85 ERB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2014.
Has the mileage on V85 ERB 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 V85 ERB find?
V85 ERB passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2021 with 3 advisories: wheel alignment slightly misaligned; daylight use only; off road machine.

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