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R704 VLK

1997 Ducati 600

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

34,655 mi
Last recorded34,655 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Ducati 60013,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR704 VLK
MakeDucati
Model600
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 34,655 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 34,602 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 31,741 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 30,020 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 20,792 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 13,327 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 6,661 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 5,322 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 5,322 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 4,472 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 4,472 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Ducati 600?

Based on 2,865 MOT tests across 417 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
357
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
417
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 38
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 37
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
wheel bearings have excessive free play 15
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R704 VLK is a 1997 Ducati 600 in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 13,569 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 600 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R704 VLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 600 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R704 VLK registered?

R704 VLK is a 1997 Ducati 600, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R704 VLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R704 VLK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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