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W685 XAA

1999 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,397 mi
Last recorded14,397 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Ducati ST218,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW685 XAA
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 14,397 miles

choke cable too tight

Pass 29 Apr 2025 13,710 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 13,710 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 12,542 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 12,503 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 12,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 12,483 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 12,481 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 12,480 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 12,419 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,382 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 12,347 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 12,330 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,318 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 12,173 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 12,035 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 11,897 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 11,702 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 11,540 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 11,464 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 11,029 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST2?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 100
wheel bearings have excessive free play 67
wheel bearings are excessively rough 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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W685 XAA is a 1999 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 18,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati ST2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W685 XAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Ducati ST2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W685 XAA registered?

W685 XAA is a 1999 Ducati ST2, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W685 XAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W685 XAA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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