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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb reliable? We analysed 917 real MOT tests across 290 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 917 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
96.1%
Typical Mileage
4,260mi
Annual Mileage
749mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb 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 Clfb.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

95%
2020
98.1%
2019

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb 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
Valve stem seriously damaged 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls 1
Central Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible 1

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
283 mi/yr
Typical
749 mi/yr
Average
1,253 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,411 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 642 95.0% 2,579 4,366 6,950
2019 214 98.1% 2,376 3,802 6,098

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb Last?

Based on 290 Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.8 years
Median
5.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb Mileage Distribution

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

Median
4,260 mi
75th Percentile
6,781 mi
95th Percentile
15,059 mi
Max Recorded
39,448 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb

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

Best year
2019

98.1% MOT pass rate from 214 tests

Year to avoid
2020

95.0% MOT pass rate from 642 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.1% across 214 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.0% — 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 Clfb 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 Clfb THIS CAR 96.1% 917 4,260 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
Honda CRF450R 81.7% 530 975 mi 24 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb has an overall MOT pass rate of 96.1% across 917 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 Clfb 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 Clfb owner drives around 749 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 Clfb — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb reliable?
Based on 917 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb has a 96.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb does around 749 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb?
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 Clfb?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Clfb is 2019 with a 98.1% pass rate across 214 tests.