CarVerify

Free Car Check

R544 DRF

1997 Ducati ST2

Grey Petrol 944cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,460 mi
Last recorded30,460 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

Above 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

RegistrationR544 DRF
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2017 30,460 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 Dec 2017 30,457 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 29,996 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

nearside rear footrest slight damage

Fail 5 Feb 2016 29,996 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

nearside rear footrest slight damage

Pass 21 Jan 2015 25,348 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 22,010 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 18,681 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 16,226 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 13,615 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,608 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,153 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 7,152 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 7,152 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Ducati ST2?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 100
wheel bearings have excessive free play 67
wheel bearings are excessively rough 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
Full Ducati ST2 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

R544 DRF is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Grey with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 22,533 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 ST2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R544 DRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati ST2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R544 DRF?

You can check the full history of R544 DRF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R544 DRF registered?

R544 DRF is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R544 DRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R544 DRF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R544 DRF 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 R544 DRF. 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.