Ducati 1198
MotorcycleFrom 205 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and a main load-bearing structural member fractured or deformed such that steering or braking is likely to be adversely affected. The top issue, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, caused 2 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 2 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| a main load-bearing structural member fractured or deformed such that steering or braking is likely to be adversely affected | 1 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| joining/attachment plates or fastenings insecure | 1 |
| number plate showing an incorrect registration | 1 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 1 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 1 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 1 |
Typical mileage
Half of all 1198s tested had between 6,688 and 16,396 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,095 median miles, the 1198 has 0.064 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ducati models
| Ducati Multistrada | 92.2% |
| Ducati Diavel | 91.3% |
| Ducati Scrambler | 91.2% |
| Ducati M | 88.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ducati 1198 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati 1198 has a 92.2% MOT pass rate based on 205 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati 1198?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati 1198 is a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati 1198 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati 1198 is 12,095 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,688 and 16,396 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.