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R782 GDE

1997 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

62,973 mi
Last recorded62,973 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR782 GDE
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 62,973 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 58,870 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 54,314 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2011 54,314 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 51,645 miles
Fail 8 May 2010 51,623 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 May 2009 45,786 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 45,763 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2008 38,675 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 38,515 miles

Front Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 33,945 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 33,941 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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R782 GDE is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R782 GDE, 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.

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What year was R782 GDE registered?

R782 GDE is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R782 GDE safe to buy?

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