CarVerify

Free Car Check

R506 DKX

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,344 mi
Last recorded6,344 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ducati
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR506 DKX
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 6,344 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 6,277 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 6,212 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 6,154 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 6,144 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 6,135 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 6,070 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

small no plate fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2018 5,947 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 5,897 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 5,839 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 5,808 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 5,800 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 5,628 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 4,736 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
Full Ducati 916 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R506 DKX is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R506 DKX, 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

How do I check the history of R506 DKX?

You can check the full history of R506 DKX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R506 DKX registered?

R506 DKX is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R506 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R506 DKX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R506 DKX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R506 DKX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.