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R389 NTF

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,456 mi
Last recorded22,456 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 NTF
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 22,456 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 22,447 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 22,439 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 22,222 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 21,783 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 21,673 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 20,991 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 20,925 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,166 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 19,345 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 18,525 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,772 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,387 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 17,035 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 16,760 miles

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,508 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 16,182 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 16,166 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 15,960 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2005 15,621 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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R389 NTF is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R389 NTF, 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 R389 NTF registered?

R389 NTF is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R389 NTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 NTF shows 20 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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