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R601 BAH

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,617 mi
Last recorded21,617 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 BAH
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 21,617 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 21,390 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2024 21,390 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 13 May 2020 20,787 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 19,616 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 19,302 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 17,461 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 15,206 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 13,680 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 12,124 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 9,964 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 7,392 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 6,657 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,170 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 5,168 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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R601 BAH is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R601 BAH, 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.

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What year was R601 BAH registered?

R601 BAH is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R601 BAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 BAH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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