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S535 DFG

1998 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,368 mi
Last recorded19,368 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Ducati 99614,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS535 DFG
MakeDucati
Model996
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 19,368 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 19,338 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 19,287 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 18,947 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 18,947 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 18,836 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,687 miles

Rear Decelerometer brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.E1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 18,384 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 17,886 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 17,788 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 17,478 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 16,881 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 15,420 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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S535 DFG is a 1998 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S535 DFG, 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 S535 DFG registered?

S535 DFG is a 1998 Ducati 996, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S535 DFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S535 DFG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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