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P2 SPS

1997 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,865 mi
Last recorded25,865 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 99614,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 SPS
MakeDucati
Model996
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 25,865 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 25,827 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 25,465 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 25,371 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 25,304 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,270 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 24,929 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 24,437 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 23,890 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,319 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,557 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 22,270 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 20,989 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 20,078 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 17,761 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2008 16,631 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 14,723 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 10,570 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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P2 SPS is a 1997 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 14,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P2 SPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P2 SPS registered?

P2 SPS is a 1997 Ducati 996, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P2 SPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 SPS shows 18 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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