Ducati 749 (2006)
2006 Ducati 749
CarHunch analysed 154 real MOT records for the 2006 Ducati 749. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Ducati 749 passes its MOT on the first attempt 87.6% of the time, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, which suggests these bikes are generally well-maintained by their owners. The dangerous defect rate of 9.7% is reassuringly low, so you're not inheriting hidden safety problems.
At just 8,585 miles median mileage for an 18-year-old bike, these machines have been ridden sparingly, which explains the strong pass rate and the modest 1.31 failures per vehicle. When issues do arise, it's typically minor stuff—an average of 2.9 advisories per bike—so budget for routine wear items rather than structural surprises, and always request the full MOT history before committing to a purchase.
What to check before buying a 2006 Ducati 749
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 153 | 87.5% | 1.31 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Ducati 749 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Ducati 749 vehicles fall between 5,584 and 12,572 miles.
2006 Ducati 749 — Still on the Road
47 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 52% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 Ducati 749
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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33.3%
Exhaust noisy
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33.3%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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32.9%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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32.2%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.3%
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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16.3%
Drive chain slightly loose
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10.3%
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm
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9.7%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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