Kawasaki ZX-6R

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

Y278 YBMMOT history

Y278 YBM is a green petrol Kawasaki ZX-6R first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 36,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
36,777 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 YBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZX-6R
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 YBM was last recorded at 36,777 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,650 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
127 miles
Average per year
1,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,777 miles
  • 2025 – 36,650 miles
  • 2022 – 36,525 miles
  • 2021 – 36,520 miles
  • 2020 – 36,474 miles
  • 2018 – 36,407 miles
  • 2017 – 36,300 miles
  • 2015 – 36,021 miles
  • 2014 – 35,646 miles
  • 2013 – 35,557 miles
  • 2012 – 34,128 miles
  • 2011 – 31,746 miles
  • 2010 – 27,658 miles
  • 2009 – 21,255 miles
  • 2008 – 13,164 miles
  • 2007 – 9,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,777 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    36,777 miles
    Test number
    182257484517
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail36,777 miles (+127)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,777 miles
    Test number
    175492226916
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass36,650 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    492232282899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,525 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    36,525 miles
    Test number
    305185352143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,520 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    36,520 miles
    Test number
    272754692547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,474 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    36,474 miles
    Test number
    292231941133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,407 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    36,407 miles
    Test number
    834862599149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,300 miles (+279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    36,300 miles
    Test number
    925899755957
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  9. Pass36,021 miles (+375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,021 miles
    Test number
    610480041509
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  10. Pass35,646 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,646 miles
    Test number
    775004824225
    • NoteFront brake draging slightly

  11. Fail35,646 miles (+89)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,646 miles
    Test number
    596484924272
    • FailureRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
    • NoteFront brake draging slightly

  12. Pass35,557 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    35,557 miles
    Test number
    428956403214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,540 miles (+1,412)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,540 miles
    Test number
    349084903459
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

  14. Fail34,128 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,128 miles
    Test number
    485277902266
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

  15. Pass34,128 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,128 miles
    Test number
    917207802222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,081 miles (+47)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,081 miles
    Test number
    365749982142
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureFront position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

  17. Fail34,034 miles (+2,288)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,034 miles
    Test number
    609113682002
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

  18. Pass31,746 miles (+4,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    118154201119
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

  19. Pass27,658 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,658 miles
    Test number
    143799890068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,539 miles (+6,284)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,539 miles
    Test number
    821006980080
    • DangerousRear wheel hugger loose
    • FailureFront wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  21. Pass21,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,255 miles
    Test number
    541585989008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,255 miles (+8,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,255 miles
    Test number
    324925489077
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  23. Pass13,164 miles (+3,334)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    13,164 miles
    Test number
    803067308126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,830 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    9,830 miles
    Test number
    161642007151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail9,825 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,825 miles
    Test number
    861603097062
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Questions about Y278 YBM

Does Y278 YBM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y278 YBM is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y278 YBM?
The MOT on Y278 YBM is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y278 YBM done?
Y278 YBM was recorded at 36,777 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 1,418 miles a year.
Has Y278 YBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 YBM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y278 YBM 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 Y278 YBM find?
Y278 YBM passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake binding but not excessively.

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