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P987 JAS

2005 Ducati 916

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,666 mi
Last recorded31,666 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ducati 91613,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 JAS
MakeDucati
Model916
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 31,666 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 31,620 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 31,406 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 31,324 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 30,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

oil cooler leaking

Pass 22 Jun 2015 30,601 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 30,343 miles

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

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

rear sprocket has movement in carrier

Pass 4 Jun 2013 30,032 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,899 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 29,295 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 28,786 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 May 2010 28,786 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 28,061 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 26,969 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Apr 2008 26,969 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

bolt missing from chaingaurd/hugger mounting

Pass 5 May 2007 25,689 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 25,689 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 May 2006 24,667 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 916?

Based on 15,443 MOT tests across 1,979 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
273
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,979
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 124
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 62
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 55
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 38
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P987 JAS is a 2005 Ducati 916 in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Ducati 916 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 13,648 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 916 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 231 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P987 JAS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 916 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Ducati 916 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P987 JAS registered?

P987 JAS is a 2005 Ducati 916, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is P987 JAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 JAS shows 18 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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