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P154 XAD

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

20,710 mi
Last recorded20,710 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP154 XAD
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 20,710 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 20,629 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 20,419 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 20,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 20,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Footrest missing Rear seat covered during test (6.2.12 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 19,720 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 19,235 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 19,066 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 18,861 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 18,578 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 18,364 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 18,139 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 17,351 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 16,825 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 16,049 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,213 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 14,525 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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P154 XAD is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 P154 XAD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P154 XAD registered?

P154 XAD is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P154 XAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P154 XAD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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