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R85 SDG

1998 Ducati M900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,282 mi
Last recorded5,282 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Ducati M90014,234 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR85 SDG
MakeDucati
ModelM900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 May 2024 5,282 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 4,968 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 4,777 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 4,545 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 4,528 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 4,526 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 4,459 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati M900?

Based on 8,481 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
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R85 SDG is a 1998 Ducati M900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Ducati M900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 14,234 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati M900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R85 SDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M900 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati M900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R85 SDG registered?

R85 SDG is a 1998 Ducati M900, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R85 SDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R85 SDG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R85 SDG have outstanding finance?

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