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2017 Ducati Monster MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Monster models manufactured in 2017, based on 46 real MOT test results.

78.3%
Pass Rate
21.7%
Fail Rate
46
Total Tests
11,055
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2017 Ducati Monster MOT Analysis

The 2017 Ducati Monster has an MOT pass rate of 78.3% based on 46 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,055 miles on the odometer. With a 21.7% failure rate, the 2017 Monster is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2017 Ducati Monster is Motorcycle brakes, responsible for 10.9% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Motorcycle structure and attachments is the second most common issue at 6.5%. Identification of the vehicle follows at 4.3%.

⚠ Based on limited data (46 tests)

Top failures specific to 2017 models only. The overall Monster page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle brakes 10.9%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 6.5%
Identification of the vehicle 4.3%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Brakes10.9%5
2Motorcycle Structure And Attachments6.5%3
3Identification Of The Vehicle4.3%2
4Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors4.3%2

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 11,055 mi

For 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.

Motorcycle brakes9.83% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments5.90% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle3.93% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors3.93% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes9.8310.9%5
Motorcycle structure and attachments5.906.5%3
Identification of the vehicle3.934.3%2
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors3.934.3%2

Mileage Statistics

11,055
Mean
8,922
Median
4,316
25th Percentile
12,639
75th Percentile
19.63% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2017 Ducati Monster has an MOT pass rate of 78.3% based on 46 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 11,055 miles on the odometer. With a 21.7% failure rate, the 2017 Monster is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2017 Ducati Monster, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With relatively low average mileage of 11,055 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle brakes — 10.9% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 10.9% of MOT failures on 2017 Ducati Monster models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 6.5% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 6.5% of MOT failures on 2017 Ducati Monster models. Motorcycle structure and attachments 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.

Identification of the vehicle — 4.3% of failures

Identification of the vehicle issues account for 4.3% of MOT failures on 2017 Ducati Monster models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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