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L657 MLS

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,685 mi
Last recorded28,685 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2016
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL657 MLS
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2016 28,685 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 25,492 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 24,875 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 24,875 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,741 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 24,668 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2008 24,401 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 24,401 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 24,326 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 916?

Based on 15,443 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 124
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 55
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 38
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L657 MLS is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,796 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 916 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L657 MLS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 916 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 916 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L657 MLS registered?

L657 MLS is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is L657 MLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L657 MLS shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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