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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf reliable? We analysed 1,782 real MOT tests across 447 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,782 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.5%
Typical Mileage
5,996mi
Annual Mileage
941mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf 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 Bkf.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

94%
2020
91%
2019

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 4

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
363 mi/yr
Typical
941 mi/yr
Average
1,572 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,129 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 216 94.0% 3,056 6,546 10,604
2019 1,489 91.0% 3,222 5,869 9,845

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf Last?

Based on 447 Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
5.4 years
Median
6.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
5,996 mi
75th Percentile
10,054 mi
95th Percentile
20,264 mi
Max Recorded
46,916 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf

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

Best year
2020

94.0% MOT pass rate from 216 tests

Year to avoid
2019

91.0% MOT pass rate from 1,489 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 216 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.0% — 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 Bkf 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 Bkf THIS CAR 91.5% 1,782 5,996 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
Vauxhall Grandland X Elite Nav T D A 88.4% 872 40,094 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 Bkf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.5% across 1,782 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 Bkf 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 Bkf owner drives around 941 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 Bkf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf reliable?
Based on 1,782 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf has a 91.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf does around 941 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf?
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 Bkf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf is 2020 with a 94.0% pass rate across 216 tests.