Ducati Diavel
MotorcycleFrom 1,625 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 tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 13 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 13 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 10 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 6 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 6 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 6 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 95.9% | rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps, audible warning not working |
| 2015 | 93.8% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 2014 | 90.5% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 90.2% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a transmission belt or chain excessively tight |
2 earlier years
| 2012 | 88% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2011 | 87.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
Typical mileage
Half of all Diavels tested had between 7,493 and 15,875 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 12,747 median miles, the Diavel has 0.068 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Ducati models
| Ducati Multistrada | 92.2% |
| Ducati Scrambler | 91.2% |
| Ducati M | 88.8% |
Common questions
What is the Ducati Diavel MOT pass rate?
The Ducati Diavel has a 91.3% MOT pass rate based on 1,625 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati Diavel?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati Diavel is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include stop 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 Diavel at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati Diavel is 12,747 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,493 and 15,875 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.