45 Model Years Analyzed
BMW R Series
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1977-2021), based on 11,039 DVSA recorded tests.
95.8%
Average Pass Rate
45
Model Years
11k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2013 BMW R Series MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
2 tests
1 tests
7 tests
38 tests
50 tests
419 tests
15 tests
47 tests
1,360 tests
916 tests
699 tests
666 tests
550 tests
609 tests
666 tests
696 tests
770 tests
434 tests
545 tests
549 tests
413 tests
323 tests
217 tests
269 tests
200 tests
104 tests
102 tests
103 tests
72 tests
36 tests
21 tests
10 tests
12 tests
10 tests
7 tests
3 tests
10 tests
24 tests
23 tests
11 tests
13 tests
4 tests
4 tests
5 tests
4 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
- 2A shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely
- 3Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 4Brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm
- 5A wheel bearing with excessive play
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW R Series?
The BMW R Series has an average 95.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1977 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW R Series?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW R Series across all years are: tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW R 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 R Series model years.