Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f (2009)
2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f
CarHunch analysed 343 real MOT records for the 2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Kawasaki ZR 750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 44.6%, well below the UK average of 80%, signalling that these bikes arrive at test in noticeably rougher condition than most vehicles. With 10.2% ever having a dangerous defect recorded, buyers should expect a bike that needs genuine mechanical attention rather than cosmetic remedies.
At 14,574 miles average, these machines have relatively modest mileage for their age, yet they're still failing at twice the rate of typical vehicles—suggesting either hard use, poor maintenance history, or both. The 2.4 advisories per bike and 0.75 failures per vehicle indicate ongoing wear issues rather than catastrophic problems, so budget for regular maintenance and have a pre-purchase inspection by a motorcycle specialist before committing.
What to check before buying a 2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 335 | 43.3% | 0.77 |
| Other (2%) | 8 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f vehicles fall between 7,860 and 17,470 miles.
2009 Kawasaki Zr 750 L9f — Still on the Road
63 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 51% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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