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R659 JGK

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,978 mi
Last recorded13,978 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 JGK
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2025 13,978 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 13,949 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 13,442 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 13,173 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 13,010 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 12,919 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 12,575 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 11,999 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 11,991 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 11,747 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 11,273 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 10,811 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,725 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 10,280 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 9,017 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,116 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 7,573 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 7,364 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 7,216 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 May 2006 6,968 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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R659 JGK is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 R659 JGK, 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

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What year was R659 JGK registered?

R659 JGK is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R659 JGK safe to buy?

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