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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf reliable? We analysed 1,961 real MOT tests across 395 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,961 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.7%
Typical Mileage
6,526mi
Annual Mileage
940mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf 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 Bjf.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

88.8%
2019
90.8%
2018
93.8%
2017

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 19

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
399 mi/yr
Typical
940 mi/yr
Average
1,592 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,131 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 260 88.8% 4,821 6,978 10,820
2018 1,538 90.8% 3,746 6,337 10,727
2017 81 93.8% 4,814 7,954 14,206

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf Last?

Based on 395 Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.4 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
6,526 mi
75th Percentile
10,800 mi
95th Percentile
23,182 mi
Max Recorded
58,206 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf

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

Best year
2017

93.8% MOT pass rate from 81 tests

Year to avoid
2019

88.8% MOT pass rate from 260 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 81 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.8% — 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 Bjf 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 Bjf THIS CAR 90.7% 1,961 6,526 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
Fiat Marea 100 SX 63.5% 981 70,117 mi 27 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.7% across 1,961 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 Bjf 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 Bjf owner drives around 940 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 Bjf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf reliable?
Based on 1,961 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf has a 90.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf does around 940 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf?
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 Bjf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bjf is 2017 with a 93.8% pass rate across 81 tests.