Ducati ST4 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Ducati ST4 car check
Is the Ducati ST4 reliable? We analysed 5,846 real MOT tests across 523 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati ST4 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati ST4.
Ducati ST4 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati ST4. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati ST4 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati ST4 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati ST4 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ducati ST4 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ducati ST4 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati ST4 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati ST4 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati ST4 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 214 | 85.0% | 7,039 | 10,735 | 15,024 |
| 2003 | 388 | 84.3% | 8,542 | 14,950 | 25,370 |
| 2002 | 877 | 87.3% | 10,992 | 17,105 | 25,877 |
| 2001 | 1,360 | 86.6% | 11,343 | 18,460 | 28,835 |
| 2000 | 1,548 | 87.2% | 12,314 | 19,578 | 27,553 |
| 1999 | 1,258 | 84.6% | 14,742 | 21,702 | 29,667 |
| 1998 | 88 | 85.2% | 11,432 | 16,134 | 21,177 |
How Long Does a Ducati ST4 Last?
Based on 523 Ducati ST4 vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati ST4 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati ST4 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 ST4
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.3% MOT pass rate from 877 tests
84.3% MOT pass rate from 388 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati ST4 is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.3% across 877 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati ST4 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati ST4 THIS CAR | 86.1% | 5,846 | 18,597 mi | 28 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 |
| Peugeot 308 Access HDI | 87.8% | 2,073 | 94,862 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati ST4 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ducati ST4Should you buy a used Ducati ST4?
The Ducati ST4 has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 5,846 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 ST4 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (98 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (68), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (31). 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 ST4 owner drives around 758 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 ST4 models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.