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R155 FBW

1998 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,017 mi
Last recorded23,017 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 90015,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR155 FBW
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 23,017 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 22,689 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 22,614 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 22,190 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 21,661 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 21,661 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 21,171 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 20,966 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,958 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 20,882 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 20,807 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

brake caliper arm has slight play in balljoint

Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,730 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 20,694 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 20,554 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 20,418 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 19,979 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,413 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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R155 FBW is a 1998 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.6% with a typical mileage of 15,984 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 R155 FBW, 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 28 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 R155 FBW registered?

R155 FBW is a 1998 Ducati 900, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R155 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R155 FBW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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