Ducati Scrambler Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati Scrambler reliable? We analysed 11,207 real MOT tests across 1,887 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati Scrambler is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati Scrambler.
Ducati Scrambler Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati Scrambler. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati Scrambler MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati Scrambler to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati Scrambler Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Ducati Scrambler models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Ducati Scrambler Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati Scrambler owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati Scrambler MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati Scrambler year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 98 | 88.8% | 1,260 | 2,794 | 4,143 |
| 2021 | 93 | 92.5% | 1,958 | 3,190 | 5,217 |
| 2019 | 55 | 94.5% | 1,652 | 2,675 | 4,194 |
| 2018 | 152 | 89.5% | 2,685 | 4,314 | 5,700 |
| 2017 | 993 | 92.8% | 2,446 | 4,432 | 7,964 |
| 2016 | 3,380 | 92.0% | 2,958 | 5,235 | 8,789 |
| 2015 | 6,187 | 91.3% | 3,100 | 5,546 | 9,334 |
How Long Does a Ducati Scrambler Last?
Based on 1,887 Ducati Scrambler vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati Scrambler Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati Scrambler 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 Scrambler
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.5% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
88.8% MOT pass rate from 98 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati Scrambler is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.5% across 55 tests. The 2022 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati Scrambler Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati Scrambler THIS CAR | 91.6% | 11,207 | 5,252 mi | 11 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 |
| Yamaha Wr 450 F | 82.5% | 5,063 | 3,193 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati Scrambler outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati Scrambler has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% across 11,207 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 Scrambler 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 Scrambler owner drives around 514 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 Scrambler models stay on UK roads for around 11 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.