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R196 YLK

1998 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,909 mi
Last recorded18,909 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 YLK
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 18,909 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 18,674 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 18,378 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,114 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,041 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 17,976 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,702 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,266 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 16,999 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 16,803 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 16,625 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,398 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 15,864 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 15,157 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 14,618 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 14,618 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 13,091 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 11,683 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 10,971 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 10,413 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 9,351 miles

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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R196 YLK is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R196 YLK, 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 R196 YLK registered?

R196 YLK is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R196 YLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 YLK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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