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P461 MSX

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,530 mi
Last recorded18,530 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 MSX
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 18,530 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 18,406 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 17,980 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 17,950 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 17,905 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 17,808 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 17,798 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 17,785 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 17,784 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear alloy banjo bolt

Pass 26 Jul 2008 17,646 miles

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

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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P461 MSX is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P461 MSX, 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 P461 MSX registered?

P461 MSX is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P461 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 MSX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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