Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S?

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 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S?

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 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S?

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 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S reliable?

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles, the 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S?

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 Multistrada 1200 S (2010)

131 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.2% first-time pass rate

2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S

CarHunch analysed 131 real MOT records for the 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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This 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S falls slightly short of the UK average MOT pass rate at 76.2% versus 80%, suggesting owners should budget for more frequent repairs than typical. The 13.0% dangerous defect rate is low enough not to be a primary concern, but it warrants a proper pre-purchase inspection.

At just under 14,500 miles average, these bikes are running fairly light for their age, which is typical of leisure sports-tourers. The 0.82 average failures per vehicle indicate mechanically straightforward machines, but the 2.8 advisories each suggest you'll encounter routine wear items—exhaust, suspension, and brake-related issues commonly crop up. Have a pre-purchase inspection focus on the cooling system and fuel injectors, as these tend to be the weak points on this generation.

We have limited data for the 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these cars 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

76.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.82

Over 7.9 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

12k

Middle half: 8k–18k

For context

These stats describe 131 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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Before you buy a 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S

Based on MOT data from 131 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13% 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 (97%)	127	75.5%	0.85

Mileage Distribution

Most 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S 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.

12,473

typical

8,188

low mileage

18,054

high mileage

Half of all 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S vehicles fall between 8,188 and 18,054 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,188 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.

✓ 8,188–18,054 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Ss sit.

⚠ Over 24,372 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 S — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 53% of 2010 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Ss are still active.

51 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 53% 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.
* 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

7.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.82

Avg failures per vehicle

2.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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