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Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf reliable? We analysed 3,684 real MOT tests across 641 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,684 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.0%
Typical Mileage
7,703mi
Annual Mileage
976mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.7%
2018
91.2%
2017

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 5
Valve stem seriously damaged 4

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
384 mi/yr
Typical
976 mi/yr
Average
1,610 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,069 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 700 89.7% 3,836 6,456 10,800
2017 2,886 91.2% 4,973 7,939 13,109

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Last?

Based on 641 Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.1 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,703 mi
75th Percentile
12,570 mi
95th Percentile
24,360 mi
Max Recorded
72,327 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf

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

Best year
2017

91.2% MOT pass rate from 2,886 tests

Year to avoid
2018

89.7% MOT pass rate from 700 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.2% across 2,886 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf THIS CAR 91.0% 3,684 7,703 mi — 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
Toyota Avensis Tr Valvematic 87.1% 1,756 90,390 mi — yrs

Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.0% across 3,684 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 900 Bhf 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 900 Bhf owner drives around 976 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.

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 900 Bhf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf reliable?
Based on 3,684 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf has a 91.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf does around 976 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf?
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 900 Bhf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bhf is 2017 with a 91.2% pass rate across 2,886 tests.