2018 Kawasaki ZX 1400 JHF Performance Sport 1.4L Petrol · EK18 LLN

The official MOT history for this 2018 Kawasaki ZX-1400 shows a consistently clean roadworthiness trend, with the most recent test on 25 April 2025 passing at 9,127 miles and no advisories or defects recorded. Across the four documented tests spanning late 2021 to spring 2025, every examination returned a straightforward pass. The absence of any flagged items means there is no recorded evidence of developing wear on suspension components, brake systems, exhaust, or structural elements within the DVSA record itself. That said, a clean pass history establishes only that the vehicle met minimum statutory criteria at each test point; it does not confirm diligent mechanical upkeep or the internal condition of components the MOT does not fully inspect. The recorded mileage of 9,127 miles over an eight-year span equates to roughly 1,140 miles per year, which is low usage for a motorcycle of this type. The log shows modest accumulation between tests, advancing from the earliest entry in December 2021 through to April 2025, with no sudden jumps that would suggest a long period of inactivity followed by rapid use. Low annual mileage can equally reflect careful light use or extended periods of storage, and stored motorcycles are more prone to issues such as tyre degradation, brake caliper binding due to corrosion, fuel system varnish, and battery failure, none of which would necessarily surface in an MOT result. The current date of August 2026 means the most recent test is now sixteen months old, so the vehicle will require a fresh MOT before being legally used on public roads. Given the sparsity of advisory information, a prospective buyer should carry out a hands-on inspection of the areas the MOT does not assess in depth. The brake calipers, discs, and pads should be checked for seizing, particularly the rear caliper which is prone to binding after low-mileage use. The tyres warrant scrutiny for age-related sidewall cracking and tread condition, as old rubber on a low-mileage machine can harden and become unsafe. Suspension linkages, swingarm bearings, and the drive chain should be examined for corrosion and seized pivots consistent with storage. Finally, the fuel system, battery health, and any signs of moisture ingress or rodent damage in the airbox and exhaust should be assessed, as these are common failure points on lightly used motorcycles that the recorded MOT history cannot reveal.