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L8 DUC

1996 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,995 mi
Last recorded18,995 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Ducati 91616,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 DUC
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 18,995 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively Front nearside caliper mis-aligned and rubbing disc (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2022 18,985 miles

Front wheel mis-aligned and offside front brake caliper is rubbing brake disc

Pass 31 Mar 2021 18,979 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 18,977 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 18,971 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 18,965 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,829 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 18,412 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2014 18,005 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 17,708 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 17,285 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 16,117 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,409 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 14,067 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 12,177 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 10,572 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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L8 DUC is a 1996 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 16,798 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L8 DUC, 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 30 years old, this Ducati 916 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L8 DUC registered?

L8 DUC is a 1996 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is L8 DUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8 DUC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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