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R297 UWB

1997 Ducati 916

Blue Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,020 mi
Last recorded19,020 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 UWB
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2023 19,020 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 18,863 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 18,438 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 17,759 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 17,371 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,011 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 16,787 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 16,688 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 16,399 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 15,299 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 14,123 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R297 UWB is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Blue with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 15,796 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 R297 UWB, 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 29 years old, this Ducati 916 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R297 UWB registered?

R297 UWB is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is R297 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R297 UWB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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