Ducati M797
MotorcycleFrom 239 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, brake efficiency below minimum requirement, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels and there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 3 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.
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 2 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 1 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 1 |
| a tyre cords exposed or damaged | 1 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 1 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.8% of M797 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 £76.
Typical mileage
Half of all M797s tested had between 3,126 and 8,072 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 5,104 median miles, the M797 has 0.221 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 M797 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati M797 has a 88.7% MOT pass rate based on 239 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati M797?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati M797 is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati M797 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati M797 is 5,104 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,126 and 8,072 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.