Kawasaki ZX-9R

Black and White · Petrol · 2000 · 899 cc

X769 MKJMOT history

X769 MKJ is a black and white petrol Kawasaki ZX-9R first used on 7 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 44,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
44,809 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X769 MKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-9R
Colour
Black and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
899 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X769 MKJ was last recorded at 44,809 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,807 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 44,809 miles
  • 2024 – 44,728 miles
  • 2023 – 40,890 miles
  • 2022 – 40,024 miles
  • 2021 – 38,675 miles
  • 2020 – 34,899 miles
  • 2019 – 24,981 miles
  • 2018 – 21,842 miles
  • 2017 – 18,470 miles
  • 2016 – 18,413 miles
  • 2014 – 17,831 miles
  • 2013 – 16,811 miles
  • 2012 – 16,047 miles
  • 2011 – 13,292 miles
  • 2010 – 10,929 miles
  • 2009 – 10,928 miles
  • 2008 – 9,088 miles
  • 2007 – 7,358 miles
  • 2006 – 7,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,809 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded lower mono (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% not working

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Noise from rear wheel when put under load from drive but no play in bearings etc

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass44,809 miles (+2)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    44,809 miles
    Test number
    672881633842
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded lower mono (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail44,807 miles (+79)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,807 miles
    Test number
    627388654197
    • DangerousFront Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGear pedal has excessive free play

  3. Fail44,728 miles (+3,838)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,728 miles
    Test number
    276213963261
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass40,890 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    40,890 miles
    Test number
    280154348818
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass40,024 miles (+1,349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    509687460191
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight weep on right hand fork leg (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass38,675 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    38,675 miles
    Test number
    556442146654
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail38,663 miles (+3,764)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    801773921680
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass34,899 miles (+9,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    34,899 miles
    Test number
    245024803978
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Pass24,981 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    24,981 miles
    Test number
    947991447952
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from rear wheel when put under load from drive but no play in bearings etc
    • AdvisorySome links in drive chain tight but moving

  10. Fail24,981 miles (+3,139)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,981 miles
    Test number
    622215684129
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorStop lamp not working rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorPosition lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise from rear wheel when put under load from drive but no play in bearings etc
    • AdvisorySome links in drive chain tight but moving

  11. Pass21,842 miles (+3,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    21,842 miles
    Test number
    958313265059
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

  12. Pass18,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,470 miles
    Test number
    650288164792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail18,470 miles (+57)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,470 miles
    Test number
    842195456510
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

  14. Pass18,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    18,413 miles
    Test number
    221902852537
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOne Bolt Missing (lower) From Offside Front Engine Casing

  15. Fail18,413 miles (+582)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,413 miles
    Test number
    372587988685
    • FailureNearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryOne Bolt Missing (lower) From Offside Front Engine Casing

  16. Pass17,831 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    17,831 miles
    Test number
    208122094105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,811 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,811 miles
    Test number
    997324483168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,047 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    16,047 miles
    Test number
    317401582108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,292 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    13,292 miles
    Test number
    708822581014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,929 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    10,929 miles
    Test number
    940419300174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail10,928 miles (+1,840)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,928 miles
    Test number
    981511929348
    • FailureSteering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

  22. Pass9,088 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    9,088 miles
    Test number
    540453508365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,358 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    7,358 miles
    Test number
    301737297416
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  24. Pass7,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    7,259 miles
    Test number
    264345376293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X769 MKJ

Does X769 MKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X769 MKJ expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X769 MKJ?
The MOT on X769 MKJ expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X769 MKJ done?
X769 MKJ was recorded at 44,809 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 1,985 miles a year.
Has X769 MKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X769 MKJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X769 MKJ 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 X769 MKJ find?
X769 MKJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 14 advisories: exhaust noisy; front brake binding but not excessively; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 11 more.

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