Ducati M821
MotorcycleFrom 622 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 excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel and brake control has insufficient reserve travel. The top issue, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, caused 7 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 | 7 |
| on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel | 6 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 4 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 3 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.9% of M821 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 £73.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 90.1% | brake control has insufficient reserve travel, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2018 | 89% | on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2017 | 80.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel |
Typical mileage
Half of all M821s tested had between 4,554 and 9,962 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,102 median miles, the M821 has 0.211 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 M821 MOT pass rate?
The Ducati M821 has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 622 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati M821?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati M821 is excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is no recorded brake effort at a wheel.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati M821 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati M821 is 6,102 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,554 and 9,962 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.