Ducati 899
MotorcycleFrom 701 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 a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, contaminated with oil and grease etc. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 9 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 9 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 4 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 4 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 3 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 7.3% of 899 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £57.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 92.9% | a footrest missing or insecure, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 2014 | 86.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2013 | 92.4% | brake fluid contaminated, lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all 899s tested had between 7,310 and 16,529 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,863 median miles, the 899 has 0.098 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 899 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati 899 has a 89.4% MOT pass rate based on 701 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati 899?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati 899 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati 899 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati 899 is 10,863 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,310 and 16,529 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.