BMW S 1000
MotorcycleFrom 11,185 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer S 1000s fare better: 2021 models pass at 91.6% vs 88.9% for 2014.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 47 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.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 47 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 42 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 41 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 38 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 33 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 25 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 24 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 20 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 20 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 18 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.6% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2020 | 94.3% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2019 | 93.2% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, a wheel bearing with excessive play |
| 2018 | 92.9% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a footrest missing or insecure |
8 earlier years
| 2017 | 91.1% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2016 | 94.5% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2015 | 91% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 88.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn |
| 2013 | 89.4% | a wheel bearing with excessive play, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2012 | 91.9% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a footrest missing or insecure |
| 2011 | 89.8% | rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2010 | 87.7% | rate of flashing not between 60 and 120 times per minute, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all S 1000s tested had between 6,580 and 23,614 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,349 median miles, the S 1000 has 0.063 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 S 1000 MOT pass rate?
The BMW S 1000 has a 92.2% MOT pass rate based on 11,185 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a BMW S 1000?
The most common MOT failure on the BMW S 1000 is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 47 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a BMW S 1000 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a BMW S 1000 is 12,349 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,580 and 23,614 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.