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R45 SWR

1998 Ducati 900SS

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,339 mi
Last recorded14,339 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 900SS17,592 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR45 SWR
MakeDucati
Model900SS
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 14,339 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 9,923 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 9,794 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 9,134 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 8,601 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 8,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 7,935 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 7,935 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 May 2015 7,852 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 7,513 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 7,513 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 7,226 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 6,896 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 6,883 miles

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

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 6,384 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900SS?

Based on 2,654 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 8
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R45 SWR is a 1998 Ducati 900SS in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 900SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 17,592 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 900SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R45 SWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900SS typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 900SS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R45 SWR registered?

R45 SWR is a 1998 Ducati 900SS, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R45 SWR safe to buy?

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