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L489 XNH

1997 Ducati 888

Red Petrol 888cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

47,572 mi
Last recorded47,572 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 88815,172 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL489 XNH
MakeDucati
Model888
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine888cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 47,572 miles

beam bender fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2024 47,471 miles

beam bender fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2022 47,445 miles

beam bender

Pass 19 Jun 2021 47,343 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 47,304 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 47,186 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 47,091 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 47,002 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 46,927 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 46,873 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2014 46,526 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,221 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 46,084 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 45,524 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 45,524 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 May 2009 44,981 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

front brake pads loose in calipers.

Pass 15 May 2008 44,737 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 May 2007 44,330 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 May 2007 44,330 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 May 2006 43,065 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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L489 XNH is a 1997 Ducati 888 in Red with a 888cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 L489 XNH, 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 L489 XNH?

You can check the full history of L489 XNH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L489 XNH registered?

L489 XNH is a 1997 Ducati 888, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is L489 XNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L489 XNH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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