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R8 DRP

1998 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,808 mi
Last recorded32,808 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 DRP
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 32,808 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 31,144 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 26 Feb 2013 31,144 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 30,151 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 28,227 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 26,748 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 26,675 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 26,675 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 25,240 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 25,240 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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R8 DRP is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R8 DRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R8 DRP registered?

R8 DRP is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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