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

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Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf reliable? We analysed 1,311 real MOT tests across 425 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,311 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.4%
Typical Mileage
5,927mi
Annual Mileage
1,069mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf 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 Flf.

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf Number Plates

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

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.5%
2021
92.4%
2020

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 5
Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar 1
Tyre has ply or cord exposed 1

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
420 mi/yr
Typical
1,069 mi/yr
Average
2,085 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,228 mi/yr

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 176 91.5% 3,711 6,858 12,526
2020 1,083 92.4% 3,098 5,695 9,454

How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf Last?

Based on 425 Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.5 years
Median
5.0 years

Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf Mileage Distribution

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

Median
5,927 mi
75th Percentile
9,848 mi
95th Percentile
20,162 mi
Max Recorded
138,555 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf

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

Best year
2020

92.4% MOT pass rate from 1,083 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.5% MOT pass rate from 176 tests

The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.4% across 1,083 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.5% — 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 Flf 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 Flf THIS CAR 92.4% 1,311 5,927 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 Flstfi Fatboy Fuel Injected 90.7% 1,359 10,238 mi 25 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf?

The Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.4% across 1,311 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 Flf 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 Flf owner drives around 1,069 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 Flf — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf reliable?
Based on 1,311 MOT tests, the Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf has a 92.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf do per year?
The typical Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf does around 1,069 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf?
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 Flf?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 900 Flf is 2020 with a 92.4% pass rate across 1,083 tests.