Ducati Multistrada 1260 S
MotorcycleFrom 858 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, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution and audible warning not working. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 9 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 2 |
| a tyre cords exposed or damaged | 2 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 2 |
| a wheel excessively corroded, damaged or distorted | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 95.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail |
| 2018 | 90.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
Typical mileage
Half of all Multistrada 1260 Ss tested had between 7,773 and 17,419 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,756 median miles, the Multistrada 1260 S has 0.062 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 Multistrada 1260 S MOT pass rate?
The Ducati Multistrada 1260 S has a 92.7% MOT pass rate based on 858 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati Multistrada 1260 S?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati Multistrada 1260 S is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati Multistrada 1260 S at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati Multistrada 1260 S is 11,756 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 7,773 and 17,419 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.