Ducati S2R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati S2R reliable? We analysed 1,536 real MOT tests across 157 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati S2R 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 stop lamp remains on when the brake is released. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati S2R.
Ducati S2R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati S2R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati S2R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati S2R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati S2R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ducati S2R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ducati S2R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati S2R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati S2R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati S2R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 345 | 85.5% | 5,614 | 10,265 | 16,082 |
| 2006 | 383 | 84.6% | 4,583 | 9,315 | 17,898 |
| 2005 | 714 | 84.5% | 6,554 | 10,477 | 18,205 |
How Long Does a Ducati S2R Last?
Based on 157 Ducati S2R vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati S2R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati S2R 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 S2R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.5% MOT pass rate from 345 tests
84.5% MOT pass rate from 714 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati S2R is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.5% across 345 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati S2R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati S2R THIS CAR | 85.3% | 1,536 | 9,999 mi | 21 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 |
| Volkswagen Sharan SE TDI 130 | 64.9% | 567 | 154,936 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati S2R trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati S2R has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.3% across 1,536 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 S2R are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (12 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (8), and stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (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.
A typical Ducati S2R owner drives around 579 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 S2R models stay on UK roads for around 21 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.