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R286 SDV

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,616 mi
Last recorded15,616 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR286 SDV
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 15,616 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 15,601 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording race use only (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition back boxs both side (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 15,103 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight side to side play in swingarm bearings. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 15,071 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 14,210 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 14,140 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 13,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 13,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 12,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 12,479 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 12,342 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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R286 SDV is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,660 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R286 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R286 SDV registered?

R286 SDV is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R286 SDV safe to buy?

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