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N261 SNV

1996 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,650 mi
Last recorded20,650 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Ducati 90017,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 SNV
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 20,650 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 20,554 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 20,472 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 20,333 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 20,095 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 20,084 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 19,757 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 19,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,263 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 18,163 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,163 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,409 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 11 May 2006 17,219 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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N261 SNV is a 1996 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N261 SNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 30 years old, this Ducati 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N261 SNV registered?

N261 SNV is a 1996 Ducati 900, first registered on 6 February 1996.

Is N261 SNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 SNV 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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