Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr vs Kawasaki Zzr600: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr
84%
MOT pass rate · 6 vehicles
Kawasaki Zzr600
82%
MOT pass rate · 6,491 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr (84%) and Kawasaki Zzr600 (82%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr | Kawasaki Zzr600 |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 84% ✓ | 82% |
| MOT failure rate | 16% ✓ | 18% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.0 | 0.9 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 1% | 1% |
| Average mileage | 37,588 mi | 37,252 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 6 | 6,491 |
Most common faults
Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
- Front position lamp inoperative - advised by vehicle presenter that it has been permanently disconnected
- slight binding on front brake
- Front very little reserve travel in front brake lever due to aftermarket levers
- exhaust slightly noisy
Kawasaki Zzr600
- Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
- Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
- Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
- Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
- Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Kawasaki Zr1100 zephyr (84%) and Kawasaki Zzr600 (82%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
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Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.