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FVL 398X

1997 Ducati Pantah

Silver Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,440 mi
Last recorded15,440 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 398X
MakeDucati
ModelPantah
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 15,440 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 14,880 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 14,625 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 13,972 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,215 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

small cracks on front tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2016 11,894 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Aug 2016 11,894 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,690 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight oil weep around engine oil filter

Pass 28 Mar 2014 11,550 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 10,877 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 10,542 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 9,840 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Pantah?

Based on 625 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
277
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
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FVL 398X is a 1997 Ducati Pantah in Silver with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

The most common reason a Ducati Pantah fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FVL 398X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Pantah typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati Pantah is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FVL 398X registered?

FVL 398X is a 1997 Ducati Pantah, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is FVL 398X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 398X shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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