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L585 XHU

1996 Ducati M900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,446 mi
Last recorded37,446 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ducati M90017,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL585 XHU
MakeDucati
ModelM900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 37,446 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 37,395 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 36,323 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 35,543 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 35,537 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies both stop lamps (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 34,104 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 32,196 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 31,790 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 31,781 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 31,781 miles

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Ducati M900?

Based on 8,481 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
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L585 XHU is a 1996 Ducati M900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Ducati M900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 17,232 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 M900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L585 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M900 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 30 years old, this Ducati M900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L585 XHU registered?

L585 XHU is a 1996 Ducati M900, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is L585 XHU safe to buy?

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