Kawasaki ER5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 498 cc

Y257 RFHMOT history

Y257 RFH is a black petrol Kawasaki ER5 first used on 5 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 28,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
28,821 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 RFH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ER5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 RFH was last recorded at 28,821 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 7,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
21,110 miles · 20 Apr 2016
Between the last two tests
7,711 miles
Average per year
617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,821 miles
  • 2016 – 21,110 miles
  • 2015 – 20,997 miles
  • 2014 – 20,657 miles
  • 2013 – 20,307 miles
  • 2012 – 19,948 miles
  • 2011 – 19,325 miles
  • 2010 – 18,529 miles
  • 2009 – 17,883 miles
  • 2008 – 17,310 miles
  • 2007 – 16,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,821 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,821 miles (+7,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    28,821 miles
    Test number
    833770976277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass21,110 miles (+113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    21,110 miles
    Test number
    231390927976
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  3. Pass20,997 miles (+340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,997 miles
    Test number
    655335005125
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  4. Pass20,657 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    20,657 miles
    Test number
    587203494086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass20,307 miles (+359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,307 miles
    Test number
    426205983012
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  6. Pass19,948 miles (+623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,948 miles
    Test number
    697501702171
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  7. Pass19,325 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,325 miles
    Test number
    387549401188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass18,529 miles (+646)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    18,529 miles
    Test number
    753139590075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass17,883 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    17,883 miles
    Test number
    411586799099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,310 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,310 miles
    Test number
    662552818182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass16,670 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,670 miles
    Test number
    703273727044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail16,631 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,631 miles
    Test number
    382575217031
    • FailureDrive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Questions about Y257 RFH

Does Y257 RFH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 RFH is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 RFH?
The MOT on Y257 RFH is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 RFH done?
Y257 RFH was recorded at 28,821 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 617 miles a year.
Has Y257 RFH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 RFH has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2007.
Has the mileage on Y257 RFH 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 Y257 RFH find?
Y257 RFH passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake binding but not excessively; rear brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort.

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