BMW G 650 Gs MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,866 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 11.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
BMW G 650 Gs MOT Reliability Overview
The BMW G 650 Gs is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,866 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% and a failure rate of 11.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the BMW G 650 Gs earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average BMW G 650 Gs presents for MOT with approximately 9,797 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2013 models achieve the highest pass rate at 91.3%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 87.3%. This 4.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the BMW G 650 Gs is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 6.6% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 6.1%. Motorcycle drive system rounds out the top three at 5.9%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
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📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 2 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different BMW G 650 Gs vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 6.6% | 124 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 6.1% | 114 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 5.9% | 111 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.5% | 66 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 2.7% | 50 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.4% | 7 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.3% | 6 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.3% | 6 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 0.2% | 4 |
| 10 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,797 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 6.78 | 6.6% | 124 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 6.24 | 6.1% | 114 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 6.07 | 5.9% | 111 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 3.61 | 3.5% | 66 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 2.74 | 2.7% | 50 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.38 | 0.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.33 | 0.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.33 | 0.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.22 | 0.2% | 4 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.05 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average BMW G 650 Gs has 9,797 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The BMW G 650 Gs has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.94% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About BMW G 650 Gs MOT Data
The BMW G 650 Gs is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,866 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% and a failure rate of 11.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For BMW G 650 Gs owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific G 650 Gs is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 6.6% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 6.6% of MOT failures on the BMW G 650 Gs. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 6.1% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.1% of MOT failures on the BMW G 650 Gs. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle drive system — 5.9% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 5.9% of MOT failures on the BMW G 650 Gs. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW G 650 Gs?
Based on 1,866 MOT tests in our database, the BMW G 650 Gs has an overall pass rate of 88.3% (11.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW G 650 Gs?
The top 3 reasons a BMW G 650 Gs fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.6%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (6.1%), 3. Motorcycle drive system (5.9%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the BMW G 650 Gs reliable?
With a 11.7% MOT failure rate, the G 650 Gs is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my BMW G 650 Gs?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (6.6%); Motorcycle brakes (6.1%); Motorcycle drive system (5.9%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.