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Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE reliable? We analysed 1,127 real MOT tests across 148 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,127 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.6%
Typical Mileage
6,404mi
Annual Mileage
424mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, reflector on motorcycle missing and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE.

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

86.4%
2013
89.7%
2012

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Headlamp aim too high 4
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
152 mi/yr
Typical
424 mi/yr
Average
1,110 mi/yr
Heavy usage
945 mi/yr

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 376 86.4% 4,301 7,044 10,404
2012 740 89.7% 3,578 5,853 10,101

How Long Does a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Last?

Based on 148 Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.0 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,404 mi
75th Percentile
10,261 mi
95th Percentile
18,014 mi
Max Recorded
56,314 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

89.7% MOT pass rate from 740 tests

Year to avoid
2013

86.4% MOT pass rate from 376 tests

The best year to buy a used Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.7% across 740 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE THIS CAR 88.6% 1,127 6,404 mi 14 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
Suzuki SX4 S-cross Sz-t 97.2% 576 52,670 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE?

The Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.6% across 1,127 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 848 Evo Corse SE are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (12 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (8), and headlamp aim too high (4). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE owner drives around 424 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 848 Evo Corse SE models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.

Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE reliable?
Based on 1,127 MOT tests, the Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE has a 88.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, reflector on motorcycle missing, and headlamp aim too high. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE do per year?
The typical Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE does around 424 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE last?
Most Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 148 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ducati 848 Evo Corse SE is 2012 with a 89.7% pass rate across 740 tests.