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P291 DPF

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,888 mi
Last recorded39,888 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 DPF
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 39,888 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 39,126 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 38,539 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 37,342 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 36,381 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 35,827 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 33,983 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 31,260 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 28,082 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 27 Jul 2012 28,082 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2007 26,002 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 21,815 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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P291 DPF is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 P291 DPF, 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 P291 DPF registered?

P291 DPF is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P291 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 DPF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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