Kawasaki ZXR400

Purple · Petrol · 1993 · 399 cc

K57 CBFMOT history

K57 CBF is a purple petrol Kawasaki ZXR400 first used on 19 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 27,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
27,386 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
496 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K57 CBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Kawasaki
Model
ZXR400
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
399 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
19 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K57 CBF was last recorded at 27,386 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 92 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,294 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
92 miles
Average per year
496 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 27,386 miles
  • 2025 – 27,294 miles
  • 2024 – 26,996 miles
  • 2023 – 26,994 miles
  • 2022 – 26,434 miles
  • 2021 – 26,429 miles
  • 2016 – 26,098 miles
  • 2015 – 25,610 miles
  • 2014 – 22,456 miles
  • 2013 – 20,190 miles
  • 2012 – 20,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,386 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,386 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    27,386 miles
    Test number
    213982368385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass27,294 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    27,294 miles
    Test number
    401150903661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,996 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    26,996 miles
    Test number
    174195921490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,994 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    26,994 miles
    Test number
    884960473124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass26,434 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    26,434 miles
    Test number
    516459669164
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated Outer protective case slighty deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock to swingarm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass26,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    26,429 miles
    Test number
    730060547703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail26,429 miles (+331)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,429 miles
    Test number
    680249594153
    • DangerousNearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHorn loose

  8. Pass26,098 miles (+488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,098 miles
    Test number
    185746027204
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  9. Pass25,610 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,610 miles
    Test number
    787614205134
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

  10. Fail25,600 miles (+3,144)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,600 miles
    Test number
    688020105183
    • DangerousRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass22,456 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,456 miles
    Test number
    198860474067
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

  12. Fail22,417 miles (+2,227)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,417 miles
    Test number
    227929464092
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureNearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

  13. Pass20,190 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,190 miles
    Test number
    348158963018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    20,174 miles
    Test number
    428183732006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K57 CBF

Does K57 CBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K57 CBF is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K57 CBF?
The MOT on K57 CBF is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K57 CBF done?
K57 CBF was recorded at 27,386 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 496 miles a year.
Has K57 CBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K57 CBF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on K57 CBF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on K57 CBF find?
K57 CBF passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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