Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Ducati Multistrada?

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 2013 Ducati Multistrada?

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 2013 Ducati Multistrada?

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 2013 Ducati Multistrada reliable?

Based on MOT data from 540 vehicles, the 2013 Ducati Multistrada has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Ducati Multistrada?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Ducati Multistrada are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (34.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.3% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (30.4% 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 2013 Ducati Multistrada?

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 (2013)

540 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.8% first-time pass rate

2013 Ducati Multistrada

CarHunch analysed 540 real MOT records for the 2013 Ducati Multistrada. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 Multistrada has a genuinely strong 90.7% first-time pass rate, well above the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects show up in only 14.4% of vehicles—low enough that it's not a buyer concern. The modest 0.77 average failures per vehicle confirms these bikes are mechanically sound when maintained.

At just 16,097 miles median, these machines are still relatively lightly used for their age, which explains both the reliability and the high pass rate. Before purchasing, get a pre-buy inspection focused on the 2.9 average advisories per vehicle—typically wear items like brake pads or chain maintenance—and confirm the service history, since low mileage only helps if the owner actually maintained it.

The 2013 Ducati Multistrada passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.8% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

90.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

14.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.77

Over 8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 12k–22k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.8% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 2.9 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 540 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 540 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 34.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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.

Exhaust & emissions 30.4%

Exhaust noisy

Brake wear 29.4%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

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

Lighting 18.1%

Drive chain slightly loose · Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps · Rear reflector missing · …

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

Other issues 7.7%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Suspension & steering 4.8%

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Before you buy a 2013 Ducati Multistrada

Based on MOT data from 540 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.4% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 3,936 Ducati Multistrada vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 73.5%

2,891

White 10.5%

414

Grey 9%

353

Black 4.5%

179

Silver 2.1%

Yellow 0.2%

Orange 0.2%

Multi-colour 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Ducati Multistrada 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.

16,097

typical

11,663

low mileage

21,512

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Ducati Multistrada vehicles fall between 11,663 and 21,512 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,663 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.

✓ 11,663–21,512 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Ducati Multistradas sit.

⚠ Over 29,041 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Ducati Multistrada — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Ducati Multistradas are still being driven.

324 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 72% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.77

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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