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S301 BWC

1998 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,898 mi
Last recorded27,898 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2019
Typical for 1998 Ducati 99614,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS301 BWC
MakeDucati
Model996
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2019 27,898 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 27,831 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 27,821 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 27,569 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 27,553 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 26,192 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,545 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 21,365 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 21,147 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 19,852 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 19,380 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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S301 BWC is a 1998 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 14,068 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S301 BWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S301 BWC registered?

S301 BWC is a 1998 Ducati 996, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S301 BWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S301 BWC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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