Kawasaki EX500-D7

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 498 cc

Y229 FOBMOT history

Y229 FOB is a blue petrol Kawasaki EX500-D7 first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 30,425 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
30,425 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 FOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
EX500-D7
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 FOB was last recorded at 30,425 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,413 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,012 miles
Average per year
1,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,425 miles
  • 2025 – 29,413 miles
  • 2024 – 28,461 miles
  • 2023 – 28,110 miles
  • 2022 – 27,712 miles
  • 2021 – 27,326 miles
  • 2018 – 26,792 miles
  • 2017 – 26,763 miles
  • 2016 – 25,840 miles
  • 2015 – 24,107 miles
  • 2014 – 22,502 miles
  • 2013 – 20,638 miles
  • 2012 – 18,654 miles
  • 2011 – 16,342 miles
  • 2010 – 14,464 miles
  • 2009 – 12,705 miles
  • 2008 – 10,448 miles
  • 2007 – 8,373 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,425 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leek

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.

  • Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,425 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    30,425 miles
    Test number
    215661031829
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leek

  2. Fail30,427 miles (+1,014)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,427 miles
    Test number
    272602443273
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leek

  3. Pass29,413 miles (+952)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    29,413 miles
    Test number
    668430080278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass28,461 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    28,461 miles
    Test number
    558031878214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,110 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    28,110 miles
    Test number
    360574424739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,712 miles (+386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    27,712 miles
    Test number
    351575214702
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass27,326 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    27,326 miles
    Test number
    191213097375
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail27,315 miles (+523)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,315 miles
    Test number
    747549968311
    • DangerousOffside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass26,792 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,792 miles
    Test number
    648444695541
    • AdvisoryCLUTCH LEVER END SNAPPED OFF *STILL ABLE TO OPERATE CORRECTLY*

  10. Fail26,763 miles (+923)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,763 miles
    Test number
    767683620128
    • FailureDrive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
    • FailureDrive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam Pass light inop (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureHorn not working (1.7.3a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryClutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive Noisy when rotated (6.2.1e)

  11. Pass25,840 miles (+1,733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    25,840 miles
    Test number
    743811323325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

  12. Pass24,107 miles (+1,605)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    24,107 miles
    Test number
    886215315188
    • NoteOffside front indicator lense missing but is amber in colour and secure

  13. Pass22,502 miles (+1,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    22,502 miles
    Test number
    329140134157
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  14. Pass20,638 miles (+1,984)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,638 miles
    Test number
    458026813144
    • NoteFront brake slightly binding

  15. Pass18,654 miles (+2,312)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    18,654 miles
    Test number
    918045002126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,342 miles (+1,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2012
    Odometer
    16,342 miles
    Test number
    227028311446
    • 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 Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

  17. Pass14,464 miles (+1,759)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2011
    Odometer
    14,464 miles
    Test number
    472201720166
    • DangerousSlight fuel leake

  18. Pass12,705 miles (+2,257)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,705 miles
    Test number
    222412229415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,448 miles (+2,075)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    10,448 miles
    Test number
    944591968098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,373 miles
    Test number
    762707827062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 FOB

Does Y229 FOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 FOB is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 FOB?
The MOT on Y229 FOB is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 FOB done?
Y229 FOB was recorded at 30,425 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,145 miles a year.
Has Y229 FOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 FOB has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y229 FOB 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 Y229 FOB find?
Y229 FOB passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 advisory: engine oil leek.

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