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K888 SPT

1997 Ducati 888

Red Petrol 888cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,463 mi
Last recorded16,463 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 88815,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK888 SPT
MakeDucati
Model888
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine888cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 16,463 miles

beam aim converter fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Feb 2025 16,080 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 15,837 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 15,521 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 15,412 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 15,177 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 15,167 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 15,051 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 14,987 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 14,784 miles

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 14,784 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

Fail 28 Feb 2012 14,564 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 14,564 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 14,163 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 12,559 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,588 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 11,175 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 11,175 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 10,386 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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K888 SPT is a 1997 Ducati 888 in Red with a 888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SPT, 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

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What year was K888 SPT registered?

K888 SPT is a 1997 Ducati 888, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is K888 SPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K888 SPT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K888 SPT have outstanding finance?

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