BMW K 1600
MotorcycleFrom 2,193 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a wheel bearing excessively rough and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 13 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 11 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 10 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| a wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up | 3 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 3 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 95.7% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, brake calliper or cylinder insecure or inadequately mounted and braking performance affected |
| 2020 | 95% | a wheel bearing excessively rough, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2019 | 94.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2018 | 96% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
4 earlier years
| 2017 | 95.6% | a wheel bearing excessively rough, a wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up |
| 2016 | 91.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2015 | 95.9% | a wheel bearing excessively rough, a tyre not fitted in accordance with the direction of rotation marked on the side wall |
| 2014 | 97.2% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a footrest missing or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all K 1600s tested had between 7,779 and 23,932 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,027 median miles, the K 1600 has 0.032 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 K 1600 MOT pass rate?
The BMW K 1600 has a 95.5% MOT pass rate based on 2,193 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW K 1600?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW K 1600 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include a wheel bearing excessively rough.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW K 1600 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW K 1600 is 14,027 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,779 and 23,932 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.