Ducati 748
MotorcycleFrom 879 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, brake efficiency below minimum requirement and a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released. The top issue, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, caused 5 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.
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 3 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 89.1% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
| 2001 | 87.5% | a wheel excessively corroded, damaged or distorted, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2000 | 89.1% | a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 1998 | 92.2% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a footrest missing or insecure |
Typical mileage
Half of all 748s tested had between 10,648 and 23,216 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,648 median miles, the 748 has 0.059 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 748 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati 748 has a 90.1% MOT pass rate based on 879 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati 748?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati 748 is number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati 748 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati 748 is 16,648 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,648 and 23,216 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.