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Ducati Multistrada 950 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ducati Multistrada 950 reliable? We analysed 2,882 real MOT tests across 592 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,882 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
94.6%
Typical Mileage
10,386mi
Annual Mileage
1,383mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Ducati Multistrada 950 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati Multistrada 950.

Ducati Multistrada 950 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Ducati Multistrada 950. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Ducati Multistrada 950 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Ducati Multistrada 950 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.2%
2020
94.7%
2019
93.7%
2018
94.7%
2017

Ducati Multistrada 950 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Ducati Multistrada 950 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 4
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 4

Ducati Multistrada 950 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Ducati Multistrada 950 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
571 mi/yr
Typical
1,383 mi/yr
Average
1,912 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,579 mi/yr

Ducati Multistrada 950 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati Multistrada 950 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 62 95.2% 5,009 7,698 11,230
2019 359 94.7% 5,422 8,316 12,828
2018 851 93.7% 6,165 9,616 14,023
2017 1,466 94.7% 7,063 11,878 17,008

How Long Does a Ducati Multistrada 950 Last?

Based on 592 Ducati Multistrada 950 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.5 years
Median
7.0 years

Ducati Multistrada 950 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Ducati Multistrada 950 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
10,386 mi
75th Percentile
15,287 mi
95th Percentile
27,093 mi
Max Recorded
91,558 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ducati Multistrada 950

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

Best year
2020

95.2% MOT pass rate from 62 tests

Year to avoid
2018

93.7% MOT pass rate from 851 tests

The best year to buy a used Ducati Multistrada 950 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.2% across 62 tests. The 2018 model year has the lowest pass rate at 93.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ducati Multistrada 950 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ducati Multistrada 950 THIS CAR 94.6% 2,882 10,386 mi — 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
Mercedes-benz V 300 AMG Line D Auto 87.2% 4,424 37,550 mi — yrs

Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati Multistrada 950 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ducati Multistrada 950?

The Ducati Multistrada 950 has an overall MOT pass rate of 94.6% across 2,882 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 Multistrada 950 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 950 owner drives around 1,383 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.

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 Multistrada 950 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ducati Multistrada 950 reliable?
Based on 2,882 MOT tests, the Ducati Multistrada 950 has a 94.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ducati Multistrada 950?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ducati Multistrada 950 do per year?
The typical Ducati Multistrada 950 does around 1,383 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ducati Multistrada 950 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ducati Multistrada 950?
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 Multistrada 950?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ducati Multistrada 950 is 2020 with a 95.2% pass rate across 62 tests.