BMW R 1200
MotorcycleFrom 8,302 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer R 1200s fare better: 2016 models pass at 96.3% vs 94.3% for 2014.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 62 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.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 62 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 37 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 24 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 16 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 14 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 11 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 9 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 5 |
| brake control not releasing correctly so that the functionality of brakes affected | 4 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 96.3% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 95.2% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2014 | 94.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2013 | 93% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
Typical mileage
Half of all R 1200s tested had between 15,649 and 34,159 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 22,139 median miles, the R 1200 has 0.022 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 R 1200 MOT pass rate?
The BMW R 1200 has a 95.2% MOT pass rate based on 8,302 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW R 1200?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW R 1200 is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 62 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW R 1200 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW R 1200 is 22,139 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 15,649 and 34,159 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.