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R16 BAF

1998 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,828 mi
Last recorded12,828 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 BAF
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 12,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 12,743 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 12,663 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 12,637 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 12,597 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 12,441 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 12,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Nov 2014 12,272 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Oct 2013 11,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Oct 2013 11,999 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 11,000 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 10,542 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 10,230 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 10,122 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 9,851 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 9,265 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 8,807 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 8,807 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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R16 BAF is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 15,237 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 916 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R16 BAF, 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 28 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 R16 BAF registered?

R16 BAF is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is R16 BAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R16 BAF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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