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2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Multistrada 1200 S Touring models manufactured in 2012, based on 546 real MOT test results.

88.1%
Pass Rate
11.9%
Fail Rate
546
Total Tests
15,223
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

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2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring MOT Analysis

The 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring has an MOT pass rate of 88.1% based on 546 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,223 miles on the odometer. With a 11.9% failure rate, the 2012 Multistrada 1200 S Touring is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring is Identification of the vehicle, responsible for 0.2% of failures. 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 range from £10–50. Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) is the second most common issue at 0.2%. Motorcycle brakes follows at 0.2%.

Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall Multistrada 1200 S Touring page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Identification of the vehicle 0.2%
Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) 0.2%
Motorcycle brakes 0.2%

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
1Identification Of The Vehicle0.2%1
2Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn)0.2%1
3Motorcycle Brakes0.2%1
4Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors0.2%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 15,223 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.

Identification of the vehicle0.12% per 10K miMotorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.12% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes0.12% per 10K miMotorcycle lamps and reflectors0.12% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Identification of the vehicle0.120.2%1
Motorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.120.2%1
Motorcycle brakes0.120.2%1
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors0.120.2%1

Mileage Statistics

15,223
Mean
9,265
Median
5,597
25th Percentile
11,947
75th Percentile
7.82% failures per 10K miles

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

About This Data

The 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring has an MOT pass rate of 88.1% based on 546 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 15,223 miles on the odometer. With a 11.9% failure rate, the 2012 Multistrada 1200 S Touring is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to identification of the vehicle: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 15,223 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Identification of the vehicle — 0.2% of failures

Identification of the vehicle issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring 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.

Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) — 0.2% of failures

Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring models. Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) 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 brakes — 0.2% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.2% of MOT failures on 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring 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).

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

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