Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F car check
Is the Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F reliable? We analysed 2,186 real MOT tests across 184 vehicles to find out.
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The Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, direction indicators not working and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1164cc
- Power
- 122 BHP
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Motorcycle
- Common colour
- Green
- Wheel plan
- 2 Wheel
Fuel Economy
Tax & Emissions
- Emission class
- Not Available
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £91
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £50.05
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 338 | 94.1% | 6,306 | 11,174 | 19,582 |
| 2007 | 834 | 91.5% | 6,688 | 11,651 | 20,821 |
| 2006 | 910 | 92.2% | 6,926 | 12,524 | 21,059 |
How Long Does a Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Last?
Based on 184 Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F vehicles on UK roads.
Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.1% MOT pass rate from 338 tests
91.5% MOT pass rate from 834 tests
The best year to buy a used Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.1% across 338 tests. The 2007 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 1200 A6F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F THIS CAR | 92.3% | 2,186 | 11,966 mi | 20 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 |
| Vauxhall Crossland Elite Turbo | 89.8% | 1,760 | 23,300 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Kawasaki ZX-6R (81.7% pass rate) and the Kawasaki ZX-9R (83.7% pass rate), the Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6FShould you buy a used Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F?
The Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.3% across 2,186 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (20 recorded failures), direction indicators not working (6), and reflector on motorcycle missing (5). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
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 1200 A6F 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 1200 A6F owner drives around 669 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.
In terms of longevity, most Kawasaki Zr 1200 A6F models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.