BMW F 900 R Se
MotorcycleFrom 362 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, caused 4 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 1 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 1 |
| a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 95.6% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2020 | 91.4% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all F 900 R Ses tested had between 3,236 and 8,048 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,796 median miles, the F 900 R Se has 0.105 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other BMW models
| BMW 3 Series | 79.2% |
| BMW 118 | 82.8% |
| BMW 116 | 78.9% |
| BMW X5 | 85.4% |
| BMW X3 | 83.9% |
Common questions
What is the BMW F 900 R Se MOT pass rate?
The BMW F 900 R Se has a 93.9% MOT pass rate based on 362 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW F 900 R Se?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW F 900 R Se is reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW F 900 R Se at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW F 900 R Se is 5,796 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,236 and 8,048 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.