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K888 SPK

1997 Ducati 888

Red Petrol 888cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,534 mi
Last recorded33,534 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Ducati 88815,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK888 SPK
MakeDucati
Model888
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine888cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 33,534 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 33,415 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 30,047 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 29,014 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 27,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 26,516 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2011 26,516 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 25,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 23,884 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 22,539 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 21,801 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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K888 SPK is a 1997 Ducati 888 in Red with a 888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 888 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 15,172 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K888 SPK, 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 29 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 K888 SPK?

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What year was K888 SPK registered?

K888 SPK is a 1997 Ducati 888, first registered on 18 July 1997.

Is K888 SPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K888 SPK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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