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R621 JCU

1997 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,077 mi
Last recorded24,077 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR621 JCU
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 24,077 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2023 23,995 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 23,893 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 23,494 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 23,467 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear mono shock pivot slightly worn

Pass 28 Apr 2017 23,416 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 23,411 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 23,411 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,525 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,691 miles

slight misting of oil on rear shocker stanchion

Pass 27 Mar 2009 18,835 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,610 miles

rear tyre tread depth near legal minimum.

Pass 19 Mar 2007 16,294 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,619 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 14,619 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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

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
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R621 JCU is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R621 JCU, 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

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What year was R621 JCU registered?

R621 JCU is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R621 JCU safe to buy?

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