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P279 VUB

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,258 mi
Last recorded12,258 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 VUB
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 12,258 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 11,467 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 11,161 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 10,061 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 10,552 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,141 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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P279 VUB is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P279 VUB, 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 P279 VUB registered?

P279 VUB is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P279 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 VUB shows 6 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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