BMW Gs650 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 105 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 20.0%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
BMW Gs650 MOT Reliability Overview
The BMW Gs650 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 105 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% and a failure rate of 20.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the BMW Gs650 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average BMW Gs650 presents for MOT with approximately 17,549 miles on the clock. The 2011 manufacture year performs best with a 78.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the BMW Gs650 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 10.5% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle steering and suspension at 7.6%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 6.7%. 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
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 Brakes | 10.5% | 11 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 7.6% | 8 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Drive System | 7.6% | 8 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.7% | 7 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.8% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 1.9% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.9% | 2 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Wheels | 1.9% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.9% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.0% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,549 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 brakes | 5.97 | 10.5% | 11 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 4.34 | 7.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 4.34 | 7.6% | 8 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.80 | 6.7% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 2.17 | 3.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 1.09 | 1.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.09 | 1.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 1.09 | 1.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 1.09 | 1.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.54 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.54 | 1.0% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.54 | 1.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average BMW Gs650 has 17,549 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 Gs650 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 11.40% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About BMW Gs650 MOT Data
The BMW Gs650 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 105 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% and a failure rate of 20.0%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For BMW Gs650 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle steering and suspension 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 Gs650 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 10.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 10.5% of MOT failures on the BMW Gs650. 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 steering and suspension — 7.6% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 7.6% of MOT failures on the BMW Gs650. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 6.7% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.7% of MOT failures on the BMW Gs650. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW Gs650?
Based on 105 MOT tests in our database, the BMW Gs650 has an overall pass rate of 80.0% (20.0% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW Gs650?
The top 3 reasons a BMW Gs650 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (10.5%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (7.6%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the BMW Gs650 reliable?
With a 20.0% MOT failure rate, the Gs650 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my BMW Gs650?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (10.5%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (7.6%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.7%). 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.