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R178 FBW

1998 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,691 mi
Last recorded12,691 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Ducati 90015,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR178 FBW
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 12,691 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 11,557 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 10,885 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,444 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 10,356 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 9,650 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 8,493 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 8,493 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 5,703 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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R178 FBW is a 1998 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R178 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.

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What year was R178 FBW registered?

R178 FBW is a 1998 Ducati 900, first registered on 27 April 1998.

Is R178 FBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R178 FBW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R178 FBW have outstanding finance?

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