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R204 YLE

1998 Ducati ST2

Black Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,986 mi
Last recorded7,986 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati ST220,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 YLE
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 7,986 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2024 4,413 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 4,394 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 1,194 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2019 1,175 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 1,126 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 1,093 miles

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)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 797 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 789 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 789 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 737 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 551 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 446 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 316 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 11,784 miles

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)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 5,516 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,489 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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R204 YLE is a 1998 Ducati ST2 in Black with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 20,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R204 YLE, 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 28 years old, this Ducati ST2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R204 YLE?

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What year was R204 YLE registered?

R204 YLE is a 1998 Ducati ST2, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R204 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 YLE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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