Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S reliable? We analysed 2,218 real MOT tests across 256 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati Multistrada 1200 S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. and roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati Multistrada 1200 S.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ducati Multistrada 1200 S models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati Multistrada 1200 S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 351 | 89.2% | 6,830 | 11,992 | 20,022 |
| 2011 | 702 | 87.0% | 7,675 | 13,429 | 21,660 |
| 2010 | 1,020 | 89.3% | 7,644 | 13,671 | 20,042 |
How Long Does a Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Last?
Based on 256 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati Multistrada 1200 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 Multistrada 1200 S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.3% MOT pass rate from 1,020 tests
87.0% MOT pass rate from 702 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati Multistrada 1200 S is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.3% across 1,020 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati Multistrada 1200 S THIS CAR | 89.0% | 2,218 | 13,323 mi | 16 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 |
| Toyota RAV4 XT3 VVTI | 84.3% | 871 | 114,435 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati Multistrada 1200 S sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati Multistrada 1200 S has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.0% across 2,218 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 Multistrada 1200 S are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (16 recorded failures), roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (8), and roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (6). 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 Multistrada 1200 S 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 Multistrada 1200 S owner drives around 1,477 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 Multistrada 1200 S models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.