BMW K 1600 Gt MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,679 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 5.8%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
BMW K 1600 Gt MOT Reliability Overview
The BMW K 1600 Gt is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,679 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% and a failure rate of 5.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the BMW K 1600 Gt earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average BMW K 1600 Gt presents for MOT with approximately 16,132 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2013 models achieve the highest pass rate at 94.7%, while 2011 models have the lowest at 93.8%. This 0.9 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the BMW K 1600 Gt is Motorcycle tyres and wheels, affecting 3.4% of all tests. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 2.9%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 2.6%. 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 K 1600 Gt 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 Tyres And Wheels | 3.4% | 57 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 2.9% | 49 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.6% | 43 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 1.7% | 29 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.4% | 7 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.1% | 2 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.1% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,132 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 tyres and wheels | 2.10 | 3.4% | 57 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.81 | 2.9% | 49 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.59 | 2.6% | 43 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.07 | 1.7% | 29 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.26 | 0.4% | 7 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.07 | 0.1% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.04 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.04 | 0.1% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.04 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average BMW K 1600 Gt has 16,132 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 K 1600 Gt has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 3.60% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About BMW K 1600 Gt MOT Data
The BMW K 1600 Gt is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,679 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.2% and a failure rate of 5.8%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For BMW K 1600 Gt owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle tyres and wheels 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 K 1600 Gt is likely to perform.
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 3.4% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 3.4% of MOT failures on the BMW K 1600 Gt. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Motorcycle brakes — 2.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 2.9% of MOT failures on the BMW K 1600 Gt. 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 — 2.6% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on the BMW K 1600 Gt. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW K 1600 Gt?
Based on 1,679 MOT tests in our database, the BMW K 1600 Gt has an overall pass rate of 94.2% (5.8% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW K 1600 Gt?
The top 3 reasons a BMW K 1600 Gt fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (3.4%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (2.9%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (2.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the BMW K 1600 Gt reliable?
With a 5.8% MOT failure rate, the K 1600 Gt is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my BMW K 1600 Gt?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle tyres and wheels (3.4%); Motorcycle brakes (2.9%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (2.6%). 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.