Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f (2009)
2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f
CarHunch analysed 158 real MOT records for the 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2009 Kawasaki ZX-1000 passes its MOT first time just 60% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, which means you're buying into a bike that typically needs work to get through testing. The good news is that only 7% have ever shown a dangerous defect, so the failures are mostly maintenance rather than safety-critical issues.
The median mileage of 11,868 is remarkably low for a 15-year-old sports bike, suggesting these machines either sit unused or have been cherished by collectors—but when they do come to MOT, they average 0.87 failures and 3.1 advisories per test, pointing to corrosion, worn brakes, and neglect from storage. Before buying, insist on a pre-purchase inspection by a Kawasaki specialist and budget for brake fluid, chain, and rubber refresh, as these are the typical culprits failing this generation.
What to check before buying a 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f
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 (97%) | 154 | 59% | 0.9 |
| Other (3%) | 4 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f 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 Zx 1000 E9f vehicles fall between 7,972 and 16,951 miles.
2009 Kawasaki Zx 1000 E9f — Still on the Road
43 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 59% 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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