Kawasaki Zx400-l3 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 37 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 18.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Kawasaki Zx400-l3 MOT Reliability Overview
The Kawasaki Zx400-l3 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 37 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% and a failure rate of 18.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Kawasaki Zx400-l3 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Kawasaki Zx400-l3 presents for MOT with approximately 27,925 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Kawasaki Zx400-l3 is Motorcycle steering and suspension, affecting 5.4% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 5.4%. Motorcycle steering rounds out the top three at 5.4%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 16.2% | 6 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering | 5.4% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 5.4% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.4% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 2.7% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.7% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Drive System | 2.7% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 27,925 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 5.81 | 16.2% | 6 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.94 | 5.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.94 | 5.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.94 | 5.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 0.97 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.97 | 2.7% | 1 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 0.97 | 2.7% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Kawasaki Zx400-l3 has 27,925 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Kawasaki Zx400-l3 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 6.77% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Kawasaki Zx400-l3 MOT Data
The Kawasaki Zx400-l3 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 37 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.1% and a failure rate of 18.9%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Kawasaki Zx400-l3 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle steering and suspension and motorcycle lamps and reflectors for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Zx400-l3 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Zx400-l3. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Zx400-l3. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle steering — 5.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering issues account for 5.4% of MOT failures on the Kawasaki Zx400-l3. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Kawasaki Zx400-l3?
Based on 37 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Kawasaki Zx400-l3 has an overall pass rate of 81.1% (18.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zx400-l3?
The top 3 reasons a Kawasaki Zx400-l3 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.4%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.4%), 3. Motorcycle steering (5.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Kawasaki Zx400-l3 reliable?
With a 18.9% MOT failure rate, the Zx400-l3 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Kawasaki Zx400-l3?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle steering and suspension (5.4%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.4%); Motorcycle steering (5.4%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.