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R353 AVF

1997 Ducati Supersport

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,460 mi
Last recorded15,460 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Ducati Supersport14,722 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 AVF
MakeDucati
ModelSupersport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 15,460 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 15,456 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 15,306 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2014 15,288 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 15,192 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 14,234 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2010 13,488 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 13,488 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 12,509 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Supersport?

Based on 2,626 MOT tests across 432 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
457
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
432
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
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R353 AVF is a 1997 Ducati Supersport in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Ducati Supersport models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 14,722 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 Supersport fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R353 AVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Supersport typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati Supersport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R353 AVF registered?

R353 AVF is a 1997 Ducati Supersport, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R353 AVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 AVF shows 9 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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