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Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs

Motorcycle
Overall MOT pass rate
90.1% +11.8% vs UK average

From 374 MOT tests. Above average for its class.

0.041 failures per 10,000 miles when adjusted for the 24,286-mile median distance driven.
This page covers a specific trim. For combined pass rate, fleet numbers, and all variants see the Kawasaki Zx overview.

Common MOT failure categories

tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements2.1%
a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely1.9%
a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc0.8%
a wheel bearing excessively rough0.5%
audible warning not working0.5%
a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre0.5%
Full breakdown

What goes wrong?

The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil and grease etc. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 8 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 requirements8
a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely7
a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc3
a wheel bearing excessively rough2
audible warning not working2
a tyre valve seriously damaged or misaligned likely which could cause sudden deflation of the tyre2
handlebar grip insecure to handlebar1
rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps1
a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn1
significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake1

By registration year

YearPass rateTop failures
201089.1%tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely

Typical mileage

Half of all Zx 1400 Daf Abss tested had between 16,805 and 35,160 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.

16,805
35,160
median: 24,286 miles

At 24,286 median miles, the Zx 1400 Daf Abs has 0.041 failures per 10,000 miles driven.

Other Kawasaki models

Kawasaki Zx-6R81.3%
Kawasaki Zx90.4%
Kawasaki Zx-9R83.8%
Kawasaki Unclassified80.2%
Kawasaki Zr87.3%

Common questions

What is the Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs MOT pass rate?

The Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs has a 90.1% MOT pass rate based on 374 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.

What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs?

The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 8 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.

What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs at MOT?

The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zx 1400 Daf Abs is 24,286 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,805 and 35,160 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.