Ducati M Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati M reliable? We analysed 12,203 real MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati M is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati M.
Ducati M Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati M. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati M MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati M to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati M Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ducati M models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ducati M Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati M owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati M MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati M year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 84 | 86.9% | 2,706 | 4,044 | 6,753 |
| 2018 | 225 | 92.0% | 3,497 | 5,271 | 7,917 |
| 2017 | 750 | 90.1% | 3,890 | 6,376 | 9,901 |
| 2016 | 2,807 | 88.5% | 4,446 | 7,343 | 11,044 |
| 2015 | 3,244 | 86.5% | 5,276 | 8,136 | 12,366 |
| 2014 | 4,269 | 87.7% | 4,853 | 8,048 | 12,714 |
| 2013 | 485 | 85.4% | 4,421 | 7,874 | 12,714 |
How Long Does a Ducati M Last?
Based on 1,770 Ducati M vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati M Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati M 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 M
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.0% MOT pass rate from 225 tests
85.4% MOT pass rate from 485 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati M is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.0% across 225 tests. The 2013 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati M Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati M THIS CAR | 87.7% | 12,203 | 7,712 mi | 13 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 |
| Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi HEV Auto | 91.9% | 19,291 | 26,574 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati M sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati M has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 12,203 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
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 M 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 M owner drives around 670 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 M models stay on UK roads for around 13 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.