BMW R1100rs common MOT failures and failure rate
What a BMW R1100rs fails its MOT on, from real DVSA test data, and the part that resolves each item.
Based on 105 MOT tests in DVSA data.
About 6.7% of MOT tests recorded on the BMW R1100rs in DVSA data end in a failure. The same handful of items account for most of them.
Its most common failure is body & structure, which makes up 14.3% of the BMW R1100rs's failures, followed by body & structure, suspension. Each item below links to the part that resolves it. Confirm the exact fitment against your registration or VIN before buying, and have safety-critical work done by a competent mechanic.
What it fails on, and why
Structural failures are corrosion in load-bearing areas, sharp edges, or insecure panels. These are inspection-and-welding jobs rather than a simple bolt-on part, so weigh them against the value of the car.
Suspension failures usually mean a worn or snapped coil spring, a leaking shock absorber, or play in a lower arm ball joint or bush. The tester checks for corrosion, fractures and excessive movement. A broken front spring is one of the most common failures on higher-mileage cars and is a straightforward replacement.
The parts that fix each
If your car has just failed, you have 10 working days to fix the items and get a free partial retest. These are the usual parts; confirm the exact fitment against your registration or VIN before buying.
Other models
Sources: DVSA MOT History API: MOT test results and defect data ยท DVSA MOT testing data for Great Britain