Kawasaki Z750
MotorcycleFrom 617 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps. The top issue, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, caused 7 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 7 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre | 5 |
| audible warning not working | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 13.7% of Z750 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £38.
Typical mileage
Half of all Z750s tested had between 12,559 and 30,594 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,231 median miles, the Z750 has 0.073 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Z750 MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Z750 has a 83.8% MOT pass rate based on 617 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Z750?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Z750 is significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Z750 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Z750 is 22,231 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,559 and 30,594 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.