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R315 GSF

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

26,014 mi
Last recorded26,014 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR315 GSF
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 26,014 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 26,011 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 25,576 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 25,042 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 25,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 24,557 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 24,061 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 24,049 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 23,802 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 23,346 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 22,349 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2014 21,751 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 18,814 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 16,162 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2009 16,162 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,624 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 12,390 miles

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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R315 GSF is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R315 GSF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R315 GSF registered?

R315 GSF is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R315 GSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R315 GSF shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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