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Ducati X Diavel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Ducati X Diavel reliable? We analysed 4,395 real MOT tests across 827 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,395 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.1%
Typical Mileage
5,978mi
Annual Mileage
652mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
10yrs

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

Ducati X Diavel Number Plates

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

Ducati X Diavel MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.3%
2021
90.4%
2020
91.2%
2019
90.5%
2018
90.1%
2017
89.9%
2016

Ducati X Diavel Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 41

Ducati X Diavel Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
251 mi/yr
Typical
652 mi/yr
Average
1,047 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,402 mi/yr

Ducati X Diavel MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 52 92.3% 2,525 4,127 6,608
2020 115 90.4% 2,238 4,240 6,509
2019 249 91.2% 2,165 3,760 6,183
2018 630 90.5% 3,366 5,756 8,729
2017 1,159 90.1% 3,762 6,027 9,228
2016 2,112 89.9% 3,536 6,453 10,150

How Long Does a Ducati X Diavel Last?

Based on 827 Ducati X Diavel vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.0 years
Median
7.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
10 years

Ducati X Diavel Mileage Distribution

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

Median
5,978 mi
75th Percentile
9,416 mi
95th Percentile
17,896 mi
Max Recorded
42,029 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Ducati X Diavel

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

Best year
2021

92.3% MOT pass rate from 52 tests

Year to avoid
2016

89.9% MOT pass rate from 2,112 tests

The best year to buy a used Ducati X Diavel is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 52 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Ducati X Diavel Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Ducati X Diavel THIS CAR 90.1% 4,395 5,978 mi 10 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
Ktm 1190 91.4% 6,257 16,007 mi 13 yrs

Compared to the Ducati Multistrada (90.7% pass rate) and the Ducati 748 (86.8% pass rate), the Ducati X Diavel sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Ducati X Diavel?

The Ducati X Diavel has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.1% across 4,395 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 brake has no recorded effort at a wheel. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Ducati X Diavel 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 X Diavel owner drives around 652 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 X Diavel models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within 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.

Ducati X Diavel — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ducati X Diavel reliable?
Based on 4,395 MOT tests, the Ducati X Diavel has a 90.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Ducati X Diavel?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Ducati X Diavel do per year?
The typical Ducati X Diavel does around 652 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Ducati X Diavel last?
Most Ducati X Diavel models stay on UK roads for around 10 years based on our analysis of 827 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Ducati X Diavel?
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 X Diavel?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Ducati X Diavel is 2021 with a 92.3% pass rate across 52 tests.