2013 Kawasaki ZR 750 NBF 0.7L Petrol · CV13 WFO

The most recent MOT on 19 June 2026 records a pass at 18,790 miles, indicating the bike is currently road‑legal, but the same date also shows a failure for rear brake pads below 1.0 mm and a registration‑plate lamp that does not illuminate with the position lamp. The failure was remedied before the pass was issued, suggesting the issue was addressed promptly. Recurring defects – loose drive chain, noisy exhaust and a slightly stiff steering head bearing – have appeared intermittently since 2017, yet each has been cleared at the subsequent test, pointing to a generally stable maintenance pattern with occasional minor faults. The mileage trajectory is exceptionally low for a 2013 model, averaging roughly 1,400 miles per year. Between the 7 June 2016 test at 2,068 miles and the 13 June 2018 test at 5,334 miles the bike accumulated just over 3,200 miles in two years, and the most recent jump from 17,058 miles (25 June 2025) to 18,790 miles (19 June 2026) adds 1,732 miles in under a year. No sudden spikes or long periods of inactivity are evident; the record shows a consistent, low‑usage pattern. A prospective buyer should verify the rear brake pad thickness visually or with a gauge, confirming that the pads are now within safe limits. The registration‑plate lamp must be tested in conjunction with the position lamp to ensure simultaneous operation. Inspect the drive chain for proper tension and wear, and listen for any abnormal exhaust note that could indicate a loose silencer or cracked mounting bracket. Feel the steering head bearing for smoothness, noting any notchy feedback that might signal impending bearing wear. Finally, examine the frame and exhaust brackets for corrosion or cracks, especially where the aftermarket silencer was previously noted as loose.