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Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads reliable? We analysed 1,815 real MOT tests across 220 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,815 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.9%
Typical Mileage
10,646mi
Annual Mileage
868mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
13yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads.

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.6%
2013

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 10

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
332 mi/yr
Typical
868 mi/yr
Average
1,591 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,114 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 1,724 86.6% 5,830 10,777 17,747

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Last?

Based on 220 Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.7 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
13 years

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,646 mi
75th Percentile
17,582 mi
95th Percentile
30,834 mi
Max Recorded
89,743 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2013

86.6% MOT pass rate from 1,724 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.6% across 1,724 tests.

How Does the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads THIS CAR 86.9% 1,815 10,646 mi 13 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-6R 81.7% 204,826 19,965 mi 31 yrs
Kawasaki ZX-9R 83.7% 103,150 22,736 mi 32 yrs
Kawasaki ER5 81.2% 65,763 22,023 mi 30 yrs
Chrysler Gr-voyager Exec Crd A 70.1% 2,125 86,871 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads?

The Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 1,815 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm with 10 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads owner drives around 868 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads reliable?
Based on 1,815 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads has a 86.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads?
The most common failure point is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads does around 868 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads last?
Most Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads models stay on UK roads for around 13 years based on our analysis of 220 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 800 Ads is 2013 with a 86.6% pass rate across 1,724 tests.