Ducati 1198 S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati 1198 S reliable? We analysed 1,576 real MOT tests across 193 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati 1198 S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati 1198 S.
Ducati 1198 S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati 1198 S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati 1198 S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati 1198 S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati 1198 S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ducati 1198 S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ducati 1198 S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati 1198 S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati 1198 S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati 1198 S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 102 | 90.2% | 2,622 | 4,887 | 7,604 |
| 2010 | 448 | 93.5% | 4,952 | 8,077 | 13,772 |
| 2009 | 974 | 90.3% | 5,158 | 8,200 | 12,422 |
How Long Does a Ducati 1198 S Last?
Based on 193 Ducati 1198 S vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati 1198 S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati 1198 S MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ducati 1198 S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
93.5% MOT pass rate from 448 tests
90.2% MOT pass rate from 102 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati 1198 S is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.5% across 448 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati 1198 S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati 1198 S THIS CAR | 91.3% | 1,576 | 7,850 mi | 17 yrs |
| Ducati Multistrada | 90.7% | 30,770 | 13,843 mi | 23 yrs |
| Ducati 748 | 86.8% | 29,046 | 14,130 mi | 31 yrs |
| Ducati 996 | 89% | 17,371 | 12,635 mi | 29 yrs |
| Citroen C1 Vibe | 76.8% | 1,593 | 79,536 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati 1198 S outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati 1198 S has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.3% across 1,576 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Ducati 1198 S are reflector on motorcycle missing (11 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (8), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (7). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ducati 1198 S owner drives around 433 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ducati 1198 S models stay on UK roads for around 17 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.