Kawasaki ZX-6R

Yellow and Black · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

Y235 NLNMOT history

Y235 NLN is a yellow and black petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 66,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
66,872 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 NLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Yellow and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y235 NLN was last recorded at 66,872 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 4,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,782 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,090 miles
Average per year
2,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,872 miles
  • 2025 – 62,782 miles
  • 2023 – 55,534 miles
  • 2021 – 53,053 miles
  • 2019 – 46,474 miles
  • 2018 – 36,033 miles
  • 2014 – 31,657 miles
  • 2013 – 30,935 miles
  • 2012 – 29,802 miles
  • 2010 – 27,894 miles
  • 2007 – 26,488 miles
  • 2006 – 23,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,872 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 tight (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,872 miles (+4,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    66,872 miles
    Test number
    544030653389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass62,782 miles (+7,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    62,782 miles
    Test number
    346041656287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

  3. Pass55,534 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    55,534 miles
    Test number
    196895070511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,053 miles (+6,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    818639533532
    • AdvisoryFront front discs lipped
    • AdvisoryFront front tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryFront misting on forks

  5. Pass46,474 miles (+10,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,474 miles
    Test number
    830352429893
    • AdvisoryFront carbon effect over front headlight lens
    • AdvisoryFront brake lever reserve travel low
    • AdvisoryLoud exhaust

  6. Pass36,033 miles (+4,376)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    36,033 miles
    Test number
    364871425871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    529566004223
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

  8. Fail31,657 miles (+722)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,657 miles
    Test number
    466867694145
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
    • AdvisoryRear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

  9. Pass30,935 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,935 miles
    Test number
    308217733143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,802 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,802 miles
    Test number
    947800872049
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  11. Fail29,795 miles (+1,901)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,795 miles
    Test number
    167258162093
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  12. Pass27,894 miles (+1,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,894 miles
    Test number
    632298680244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  13. Pass26,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    824276657166
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  14. Fail26,488 miles (+3,025)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,488 miles
    Test number
    770445957194
    • FailureRegistration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  15. Pass23,463 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    23,463 miles
    Test number
    443880646155
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about Y235 NLN

Does Y235 NLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y235 NLN is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y235 NLN?
The MOT on Y235 NLN is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y235 NLN done?
Y235 NLN was recorded at 66,872 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,187 miles a year.
Has Y235 NLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 NLN has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on Y235 NLN 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 Y235 NLN find?
Y235 NLN passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorber has a light misting of oil.

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