BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te
MotorcycleFrom 1,784 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and handlebar grip insecure to handlebar. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 7 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.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 7 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 4 |
| audible warning sound not in accordance with requirements | 2 |
| a stop lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| restriction in the movement of the handlebars from lock to lock | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 2 |
| handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 96% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all R 1250 Gs Adventure Tes tested had between 6,019 and 13,391 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,202 median miles, the R 1250 Gs Adventure Te has 0.043 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 1250 Gs Adventure Te MOT pass rate?
The BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te has a 96% MOT pass rate based on 1,784 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW R 1250 Gs Adventure Te is 9,202 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,019 and 13,391 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.