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S248 CAA

1998 Ducati 916

Yellow Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,983 mi
Last recorded27,983 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Ducati 91615,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS248 CAA
MakeDucati
Model916
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 27,983 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 27,915 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2018 27,915 miles

Front Brake component insecure brake reservoir insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2017 27,904 miles

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

Rear plug in tyre

front brake master cylinder fluid feed pipe needs attention

handle bars both sides need adjusting to clear clocks

headlight beam deflector fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Mar 2014 27,882 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 26,186 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 26,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

numberplate light not working

Pass 23 Jul 2011 25,425 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 25,218 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 23,786 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 21,869 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 21,869 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 19,496 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 17,645 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 15,204 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 15,204 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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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S248 CAA is a 1998 Ducati 916 in Yellow with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S248 CAA, 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 S248 CAA registered?

S248 CAA is a 1998 Ducati 916, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is S248 CAA safe to buy?

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