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R87 MBD

1998 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,157 mi
Last recorded13,157 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 MBD
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 13,157 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 12,934 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 12,898 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 12,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting minor weep from shock shaft but dampening not affected (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 22 Sep 2016 12,861 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake switch not working when brake applied (1.3.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting minor weep from shock shaft but dampening not affected (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 12,806 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 12,806 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 12,600 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 12,511 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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R87 MBD is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 15,237 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 916 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R87 MBD, 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 28 years old, this Ducati 916 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R87 MBD registered?

R87 MBD is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R87 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R87 MBD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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