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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf reliable? We analysed 317 real MOT tests across 112 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 317 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.6%
Typical Mileage
4,876mi
Annual Mileage
1,119mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf 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 Clf.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.9%
2021
95.5%
2020

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
446 mi/yr
Typical
1,119 mi/yr
Average
1,451 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,809 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 77 90.9% 2,400 3,938 6,067
2020 201 95.5% 2,981 5,101 7,410

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf Last?

Based on 112 Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
4,876 mi
75th Percentile
7,288 mi
95th Percentile
14,809 mi
Max Recorded
23,916 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf

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

Best year
2020

95.5% MOT pass rate from 201 tests

Year to avoid
2021

90.9% MOT pass rate from 77 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.5% across 201 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.9% — 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 Clf 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 Clf THIS CAR 94.6% 317 4,876 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
Harley-davidson Flfbs Fatboy 114 1868 20 92.4% 432 4,302 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 Clf outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.6% across 317 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 Clf 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 Clf owner drives around 1,119 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 Clf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf reliable?
Based on 317 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf has a 94.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf does around 1,119 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf?
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 Clf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clf is 2020 with a 95.5% pass rate across 201 tests.