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N779 RTN

1996 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,709 mi
Last recorded11,709 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Ducati 90017,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN779 RTN
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 11,709 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 10,591 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 10,089 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 9,442 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 8,727 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 8,640 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 8,617 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 8,617 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2016 8,598 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 8,598 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 8,587 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 8,406 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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N779 RTN is a 1996 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N779 RTN, 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

How do I check the history of N779 RTN?

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What year was N779 RTN registered?

N779 RTN is a 1996 Ducati 900, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is N779 RTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N779 RTN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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