Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Ducati Diavel?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Ducati Diavel?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Ducati Diavel?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2016 Ducati Diavel reliable?

Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles, the 2016 Ducati Diavel has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Ducati Diavel?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Ducati Diavel are: Exhaust noisy (46.2% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (39.4% of vehicles), Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (32.7% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Ducati Diavel?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Ducati Diavel (2016)

154 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Ducati Diavel

CarHunch analysed 154 real MOT records for the 2016 Ducati Diavel. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Ducati Diavel is meaningfully more reliable than the UK average, with an 88.7% first-time MOT pass rate against the national 80%, and only 10.4% of bikes have ever shown a dangerous defect—well below the threshold where safety becomes a primary concern. At 7,627 miles average, these machines are running relatively low mileage for their age, which aligns with Diavel ownership patterns.

With just 0.36 failures per vehicle but 2.1 advisories on average, the Diavel tends to pass without major issues but will show minor wear items that need watching—typical for a high-performance bike. If you're considering one, check the service history carefully and factor in regular maintenance costs, as sportbikes reward diligent owners and punish neglect.

We have limited data for the 2016 Ducati Diavel — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ About 1 in 12 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

10.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.36

Over 5.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–10k

For context

These stats describe 154 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 154 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 46.2%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 39.4%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 32.7%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake binding but not excessively · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 17.8%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Suspension & steering 5.8%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 5.8%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Ducati Diavel

Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 10.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	153	93.5%	0.37

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Ducati Diavel vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

6,617

typical

4,815

low mileage

9,725

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Ducati Diavel vehicles fall between 4,815 and 9,725 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,815 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 4,815–9,725 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Ducati Diavels sit.

⚠ Over 13,128 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Ducati Diavel — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Ducati Diavels are still being driven.

94 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 78% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.36

Avg failures per vehicle

2.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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