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R290 GNV

1998 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,795 mi
Last recorded6,795 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati ST220,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR290 GNV
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 6,795 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 6,782 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 4,396 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 3,664 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 5,719 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 5,708 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 5,708 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 5,693 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 5,434 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 4,777 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 4,649 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 4,649 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 4,630 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 4,374 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 4,039 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 3,583 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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R290 GNV is a 1998 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R290 GNV, 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 R290 GNV?

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What year was R290 GNV registered?

R290 GNV is a 1998 Ducati ST2, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R290 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R290 GNV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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