35 Model Years Analyzed
BMW K Series
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1980-2018), based on 5,246 DVSA recorded tests.
93.8%
Average Pass Rate
35
Model Years
5k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2011 BMW K Series MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
3 tests
6 tests
8 tests
315 tests
417 tests
499 tests
451 tests
473 tests
235 tests
276 tests
367 tests
379 tests
150 tests
122 tests
112 tests
125 tests
94 tests
133 tests
99 tests
108 tests
35 tests
54 tests
65 tests
88 tests
63 tests
48 tests
81 tests
75 tests
81 tests
58 tests
73 tests
72 tests
70 tests
10 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely
- 3Excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution
- 4Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm
- 5Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW K Series?
The BMW K Series has an average 93.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1980 to 2018, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW K Series?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW K Series across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW K Series year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW K Series model years.