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R279 BCH

1998 Ducati 900

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,064 mi
Last recorded21,064 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Ducati 90015,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 BCH
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 21,064 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 21,012 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 20,454 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 20,322 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 19,698 miles

headlamp mask converter fitted

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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R279 BCH is a 1998 Ducati 900 in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R279 BCH, 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 R279 BCH registered?

R279 BCH is a 1998 Ducati 900, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R279 BCH safe to buy?

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