Ducati M796
MotorcycleFrom 333 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, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, caused 5 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 5 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a registration plate lamp not securely attached | 2 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 81% | number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
| 2011 | 92.7% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel |
Typical mileage
Half of all M796s tested had between 8,239 and 19,734 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,990 median miles, the M796 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 M796 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati M796 has a 88.3% MOT pass rate based on 333 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati M796?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati M796 is number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati M796 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati M796 is 11,990 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,239 and 19,734 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.