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B3 DUC

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,060 mi
Last recorded27,060 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 DUC
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 27,060 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 27,002 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 26,843 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 26,539 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 26,257 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 25,626 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 23,108 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 23,084 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 22,889 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 22,601 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 22,100 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 20,990 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 916?

Based on 15,443 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 124
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 55
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 38
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B3 DUC is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,796 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 916 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 DUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 916 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 916 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 DUC registered?

B3 DUC is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is B3 DUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 DUC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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