BMW R Ninet

Motorcycle

Overall MOT pass rate

92.8%↑ +14.5% vs UK average

From 4,335 MOT tests. Above average for its class.

0.118 failures per 10,000 miles when adjusted for the 6,117-mile median distance driven.

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Common MOT failure categories

excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution0.5%

tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements0.3%

lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements0.3%

reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear0.2%

the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements0.2%

number plate does not conform to the specified requirements0.2%

Full breakdown

Pass rate by registration year

92.7%

93.8%

95.7%

90.4%

95.4%

90.9%

93.8%

92%

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, lamp emitted colour and position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 21 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	21
tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements	15
lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements	12
reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear	10
the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements	10
number plate does not conform to the specified requirements	10
a footrest missing or insecure	7
brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm	6
a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning	4
audible warning not working	3

By registration year

Year	Pass rate	Tests	Avg miles	Top failures
2021	92%	286	3,998	excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
2020	93.8%	498	4,724	excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements
2019	90.9%	562	5,594	a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution
2018	95.4%	842	7,826	lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements, a footrest missing or insecure

4 earlier years

2017	90.4%	1,040	8,945	excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
2016	95.7%	375	8,533	tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords exposed or damaged
2015	93.8%	437	10,134	a footrest missing or insecure, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements
2014	92.7%	275	9,404	lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with 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 R Ninets tested had between 3,435 and 9,872 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.

3,435

9,872

median: 6,117 miles

At 6,117 median miles, the R Ninet has 0.118 failures per 10,000 miles driven.

Other BMW models

BMW 3 Series	79.2%	689,310 tests
BMW 118	82.8%	229,516 tests
BMW 116	78.9%	190,804 tests
BMW X5	85.4%	184,014 tests
BMW X3	83.9%	176,658 tests

Common questions

What is the BMW R Ninet MOT pass rate?

The BMW R Ninet has a 92.8% MOT pass rate based on 4,335 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.

What are common MOT failures on a BMW R Ninet?

The most common MOT failure on the BMW R Ninet is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 21 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.

What is the typical mileage of a BMW R Ninet at MOT?

The median mileage at MOT for a BMW R Ninet is 6,117 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,435 and 9,872 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.