Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf (2013)
2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf
CarHunch analysed 158 real MOT records for the 2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2013 Kawasaki ZX-1400 trails the UK average pass rate by 3.2 percentage points at 76.8%, suggesting slightly below-average reliability for its age. About one in eight of these bikes have been flagged with a dangerous defect during testing, which is a notable concern for any prospective buyer and warrants a pre-purchase inspection.
At just under 16,700 miles median, these bikes show relatively modest usage for a decade-old sports bike, yet they're still averaging 0.58 failures and 2.4 advisories per test. The most common issues likely relate to chain and brake wear rather than engine problems—so budget for consumables and have the suspension and braking system thoroughly checked before committing to a purchase.
What to check before buying a 2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 155 | 76.3% | 0.59 |
| Other (2%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf vehicles fall between 10,545 and 23,478 miles.
2013 Kawasaki Zx 1400 Fdf — Still on the Road
87 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 68% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
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