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P99 SPS

1997 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,327 mi
Last recorded35,327 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Ducati 99614,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP99 SPS
MakeDucati
Model996
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2015 35,327 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

headlight masked at time of test

Pass 1 Aug 2014 34,946 miles

headlight masked at time of test

Pass 30 Jul 2013 32,992 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 31,368 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 28 May 2011 29,686 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 May 2010 27,840 miles

headlight masked at time of test

Pass 9 May 2009 25,991 miles

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

Tail lamp has only 50% of light source operating.

Pass 8 May 2008 23,510 miles

headlight masked at time of test

Pass 9 May 2007 20,231 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 15,938 miles

rear brake pads worn low

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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P99 SPS is a 1997 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P99 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 P99 SPS registered?

P99 SPS is a 1997 Ducati 996, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is P99 SPS safe to buy?

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