Ducati Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ducati Unknown reliable? We analysed 1,187 real MOT tests across 504 vehicles to find out.
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The Ducati Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ducati Unknown.
Ducati Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ducati Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ducati Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ducati Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ducati Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ducati Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ducati Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ducati Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ducati Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ducati Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 54 | 96.3% | 1,794 | 4,034 | 6,168 |
| 1998 | 93 | 87.1% | 6,334 | 10,185 | 14,273 |
| 1997 | 94 | 87.2% | 6,620 | 9,124 | 15,436 |
| 1996 | 52 | 90.4% | 3,276 | 6,745 | 16,589 |
| 1993 | 52 | 86.5% | 4,740 | 11,501 | 19,524 |
| 1992 | 68 | 82.4% | 10,378 | 13,916 | 22,597 |
| 1991 | 71 | 88.7% | 13,127 | 21,452 | 26,671 |
| 1990 | 52 | 86.5% | 18,898 | 23,541 | 28,198 |
| 1980 | 51 | 88.2% | 13,608 | 26,744 | 34,431 |
How Long Does a Ducati Unknown Last?
Based on 504 Ducati Unknown vehicles on UK roads.
Ducati Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ducati Unknown 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 Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.3% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
82.4% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Ducati Unknown is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.3% across 54 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ducati Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ducati Unknown THIS CAR | 88.2% | 1,187 | 12,700 mi | 46 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 |
| Kawasaki En 650 Ekf | 91.7% | 543 | 4,852 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati Unknown sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Ducati Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.2% across 1,187 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 Unknown are headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (5 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (3), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2). 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 Unknown owner drives around 281 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 46 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.