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R268 ORC

1998 Ducati M600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

27,429 mi
Last recorded27,429 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati M60015,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 ORC
MakeDucati
ModelM600
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 27,429 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 27,123 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 26,814 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 26,452 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 25,932 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 25,106 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 24,727 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 24,199 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 23,613 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 22,807 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 22,204 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 22,204 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 21,217 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 20,841 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 20,661 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 20,661 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 19,143 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 19,143 miles

Front Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 18,147 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 18,147 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 16,334 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 16,334 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 13,074 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 12,643 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Ducati M600?

Based on 10,242 MOT tests across 1,077 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
465
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,077
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 193
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
reflector on motorcycle missing 116
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 87
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
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R268 ORC is a 1998 Ducati M600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1998 Ducati M600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 15,274 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 M600 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 193 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R268 ORC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M600 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati M600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R268 ORC registered?

R268 ORC is a 1998 Ducati M600, first registered on 28 March 1998.

Is R268 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R268 ORC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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