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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW S 1000. Check any S 1000 by registration number below.

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96.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+6.1%

vs BMW Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW S 1000 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW S 1000 has an average MOT pass rate of 96.0%, which is 6.1 percentage points above the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the S 1000 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW S 1000, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW S 1000 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 9,099 vehicles

96.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

13k mi

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

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89.0% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW S 1000

BMW S 1000 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW S 1000 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW S 1000?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW S 1000 is 96.0% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW S 1000?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the BMW S 1000 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 96.0%, the BMW S 1000 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW S 1000?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW S 1000?
Typical mileage for the BMW S 1000: 12,932 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used S 1000 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your BMW S 1000's MOT History

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