Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
MotorcycleFrom 576 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 a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear and number plate does not conform to the specified requirements. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 9 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 9 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 7 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 6 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 4 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 4 |
| brake control insecure | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 91.3% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, headlamp aim unable to be tested |
| 2019 | 89.9% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail |
| 2018 | 87.9% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake control insecure |
| 2017 | 88.7% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, brake fluid contaminated |
Typical mileage
Half of all Scrambler Desert Sleds tested had between 2,809 and 7,141 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 Scrambler Desert Sled MOT pass rate?
The Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled has a 87.8% MOT pass rate based on 576 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled?
The most common MOT failure on the Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear.
What is the typical mileage of a Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled is 4,691 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 2,809 and 7,141 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.