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Ducati Diavel Carbon Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ducati Diavel Carbon reliable? We analysed 3,645 real MOT tests across 411 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,645 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.8%
Typical Mileage
8,466mi
Annual Mileage
636mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
15yrs

The Ducati Diavel Carbon 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 roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati Diavel Carbon.

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

Ducati Diavel Carbon MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ducati Diavel Carbon to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.9%
2013
88.7%
2012
89.7%
2011

Ducati Diavel Carbon Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Ducati Diavel Carbon 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 23
reflector on motorcycle missing 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 9

Ducati Diavel Carbon Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25

Ducati Diavel Carbon Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
246 mi/yr
Typical
636 mi/yr
Average
1,032 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,354 mi/yr

Ducati Diavel Carbon MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati Diavel Carbon year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 268 89.9% 4,416 6,958 11,720
2012 908 88.7% 5,000 9,278 13,925
2011 2,270 89.7% 5,186 8,922 13,796

How Long Does a Ducati Diavel Carbon Last?

Based on 411 Ducati Diavel Carbon vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.2 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
15 years

Ducati Diavel Carbon Mileage Distribution

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

Median
8,466 mi
75th Percentile
13,419 mi
95th Percentile
23,570 mi
Max Recorded
147,545 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ducati Diavel Carbon

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

Best year
2013

89.9% MOT pass rate from 268 tests

Year to avoid
2012

88.7% MOT pass rate from 908 tests

The best year to buy a used Ducati Diavel Carbon is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.9% across 268 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ducati Diavel Carbon Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ducati Diavel Carbon THIS CAR 89.8% 3,645 8,466 mi 15 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
Husqvarna Fe 83.7% 2,916 2,587 mi 13 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Ducati Diavel Carbon?

The Ducati Diavel Carbon has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.8% across 3,645 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 Diavel Carbon are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (23 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (14), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (9). 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 Diavel Carbon 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 Diavel Carbon owner drives around 636 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 Diavel Carbon models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.

Ducati Diavel Carbon — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ducati Diavel Carbon reliable?
Based on 3,645 MOT tests, the Ducati Diavel Carbon has a 89.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ducati Diavel Carbon?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, reflector on motorcycle missing, and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Ducati Diavel Carbon do per year?
The typical Ducati Diavel Carbon does around 636 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ducati Diavel Carbon last?
Most Ducati Diavel Carbon models stay on UK roads for around 15 years based on our analysis of 411 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ducati Diavel Carbon?
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 Diavel Carbon?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ducati Diavel Carbon is 2013 with a 89.9% pass rate across 268 tests.