Ducati 695 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 54 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 18.5%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Ducati 695 MOT Reliability Overview
The Ducati 695 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 54 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Ducati 695 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Ducati 695 presents for MOT with approximately 21,951 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Ducati 695 is Motorcycle drive system, affecting 7.4% of all tests. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lighting and signalling at 7.4%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 5.6%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 9.3% | 5 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Drive System | 7.4% | 4 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 5.6% | 3 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.9% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.9% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.9% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.9% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.9% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,951 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 4.22 | 9.3% | 5 |
| Motorcycle drive system | 3.37 | 7.4% | 4 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.53 | 5.6% | 3 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.84 | 1.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Ducati 695 has 21,951 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Ducati 695 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 8.43% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Ducati 695 MOT Data
The Ducati 695 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 54 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% and a failure rate of 18.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Ducati 695 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle drive system and motorcycle lighting and signalling for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 695 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle drive system — 7.4% of failures
Motorcycle drive system issues account for 7.4% of MOT failures on the Ducati 695. Motorcycle drive system issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 7.4% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 7.4% of MOT failures on the Ducati 695. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 5.6% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 5.6% of MOT failures on the Ducati 695. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Ducati 695?
Based on 54 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Ducati 695 has an overall pass rate of 81.5% (18.5% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ducati 695?
The top 3 reasons a Ducati 695 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle drive system (7.4%), 2. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.4%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Ducati 695 reliable?
With a 18.5% MOT failure rate, the 695 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Ducati 695?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle drive system (7.4%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (7.4%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (5.6%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.