Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf
MotorcycleFrom 373 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and a footrest missing or insecure. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 3 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 1 |
| a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected | 1 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10% of Zr 900 Bkf failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £60.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 89.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
Typical mileage
Half of all Zr 900 Bkfs tested had between 3,270 and 10,959 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,948 median miles, the Zr 900 Bkf has 0.154 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Kawasaki models
| Kawasaki Zx-6R | 81.3% |
| Kawasaki Zx | 90.4% |
| Kawasaki Zx-9R | 83.8% |
| Kawasaki Unclassified | 80.2% |
| Kawasaki Zr | 87.3% |
Common questions
What is the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf MOT pass rate?
The Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf has a 89.3% MOT pass rate based on 373 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf?
The most common MOT failure on the Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Kawasaki Zr 900 Bkf is 6,948 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,270 and 10,959 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.