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R113 MBV

1997 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,026 mi
Last recorded22,026 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 MBV
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 22,026 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 22,005 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 21,990 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 12 Nov 2024 21,987 miles

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 21,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 21,953 miles

Rear All position lamps not working r. lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 21,876 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 21,804 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 42,508 miles

oil leak

Pass 3 May 2019 41,557 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 40,761 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 38,618 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016 38,618 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2015 38,060 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 36,157 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2013 35,834 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,619 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 35,456 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST2?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 100
wheel bearings have excessive free play 67
wheel bearings are excessively rough 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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R113 MBV is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 22,533 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ducati ST2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R113 MBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati ST2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R113 MBV is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 20 August 1997.

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