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R40 SPS

1998 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,953 mi
Last recorded7,953 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 99614,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ducati
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 SPS
MakeDucati
Model996
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2025 7,953 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 7,941 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 7,467 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 7,467 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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R40 SPS is a 1998 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 14,068 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 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R40 SPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R40 SPS registered?

R40 SPS is a 1998 Ducati 996, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R40 SPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 SPS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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