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R661 PAU

1997 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,230 mi
Last recorded9,230 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 91615,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR661 PAU
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 9,230 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 8,966 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 8,502 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 8,264 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 7,766 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 7,491 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 7,259 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 7,075 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 6,745 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 6,130 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2016 5,998 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 5,950 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 5,751 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 5,440 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 5,232 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 4,978 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 4,722 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 4,713 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 4,701 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 4,654 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 4,533 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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R661 PAU is a 1997 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R661 PAU, 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 R661 PAU registered?

R661 PAU is a 1997 Ducati 916, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R661 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R661 PAU shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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