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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa reliable? We analysed 677 real MOT tests across 142 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 677 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.5%
Typical Mileage
5,643mi
Annual Mileage
924mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa 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 Cjfa.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

96.2%
2019
91.9%
2018

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
310 mi/yr
Typical
924 mi/yr
Average
1,392 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,901 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2019 78 96.2% 2,282 4,405 8,432
2018 568 91.9% 3,335 5,686 9,032

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa Last?

Based on 142 Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.4 years
Median
7.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa Mileage Distribution

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

Median
5,643 mi
75th Percentile
8,911 mi
95th Percentile
18,233 mi
Max Recorded
44,254 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa

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

Best year
2019

96.2% MOT pass rate from 78 tests

Year to avoid
2018

91.9% MOT pass rate from 568 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 78 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.9% — 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 Cjfa 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 Cjfa THIS CAR 92.5% 677 5,643 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
Mercedes-benz C 300 AMG Line ED Prem + E A 84.1% 712 39,779 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 Cjfa outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.5% across 677 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 Cjfa 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 Cjfa owner drives around 924 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 Cjfa — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa reliable?
Based on 677 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa has a 92.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa does around 924 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa?
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 Cjfa?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Cjfa is 2019 with a 96.2% pass rate across 78 tests.