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R344 DHU

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,969 mi
Last recorded32,969 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR344 DHU
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 32,969 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 32,907 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 32,554 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 32,172 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 May 2023 32,167 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 31,617 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 31,573 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 31,519 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 31,519 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 31,184 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 30,680 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 29,908 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2008 29,878 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 29,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Fail 20 Nov 2007 29,864 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 28,845 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 18,766 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 18,750 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R344 DHU is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R344 DHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R344 DHU registered?

R344 DHU is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 25 October 1997.

Is R344 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R344 DHU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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