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R388 GHJ

1998 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,105 mi
Last recorded22,105 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 GHJ
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 22,105 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 21,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 20,561 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 19,895 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,849 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 17,055 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 16,821 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,335 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 15,656 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 14,375 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,645 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 9,954 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 9,927 miles

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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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R388 GHJ is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 15,237 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 R388 GHJ, 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 28 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 R388 GHJ registered?

R388 GHJ is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R388 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 GHJ shows 13 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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