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K23 KAU

1993 Ducati 888

Red Petrol 888cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

16,989 mi
Last recorded16,989 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Ducati 88819,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK23 KAU
MakeDucati
Model888
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine888cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 16,989 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 16,899 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 16,823 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 16,598 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 16,290 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 16,054 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 16,033 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 16,033 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 16,033 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 16,031 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,026 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 16,026 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 16,024 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 16,020 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 16,015 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 16,003 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 15,997 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 15,880 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 15,798 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 15,790 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 15,770 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 15,747 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 888?

Based on 2,211 MOT tests across 315 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
315
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Horn not working 8
Direction indicator not working 7
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K23 KAU is a 1993 Ducati 888 in Red with a 888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1993 Ducati 888 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 19,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 888 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K23 KAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 888 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 33 years old, this Ducati 888 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K23 KAU?

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What year was K23 KAU registered?

K23 KAU is a 1993 Ducati 888, first registered on 7 July 1993.

Is K23 KAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K23 KAU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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