Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs
MotorcycleFrom 258 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 5 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 1 |
| a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
| brake hoses or connections leaking | 1 |
| master cylinder leaking | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 92.3% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zx 1400 D8F Abss tested had between 21,456 and 42,281 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,072 median miles, the Zx 1400 D8F Abs has 0.032 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 Zx 1400 D8F Abs MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs has a 90.3% MOT pass rate based on 258 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zx 1400 D8F Abs is 30,072 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,456 and 42,281 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.