Ducati M (2017)
2017 Ducati M
CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2017 Ducati M. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Ducati M is a genuinely reliable performer, passing its MOT first time in 91.7% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%. At 14.8% of bikes showing a dangerous defect at some point, it's not a major concern, though buyers should still budget for occasional issues.
These bikes are running relatively light at a median of 6,174 miles, so you're looking at well-cared-for examples rather than thrashed machines. With only 0.57 failures per bike on average but 2.3 advisories, expect minor wear items rather than structural problems—get a pre-purchase inspection focused on consumables like brake pads and tyres rather than worrying about the engine or frame.
What to check before buying a 2017 Ducati M
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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Ducati M 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 2017 Ducati M vehicles fall between 3,891 and 9,724 miles.
2017 Ducati M — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 97 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Ducati M
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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58%
Exhaust noisy
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37.3%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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30.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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30%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.1%
Drive chain slightly loose
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16.3%
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%
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14.8%
Rear reflector missing
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11.6%
COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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