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R489 HFG

1997 Ducati ST2

Red Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,817 mi
Last recorded31,817 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR489 HFG
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 31,817 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 29,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 28,786 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 27,901 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2021 25,751 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 May 2021 25,751 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Stop lamp not working on front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 25,235 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement mono shock (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 25,225 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,204 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 25,189 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 25,117 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 24,671 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 20,410 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati ST2?

Based on 7,621 MOT tests across 726 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
647
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
726
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 100
wheel bearings have excessive free play 67
wheel bearings are excessively rough 52
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 48
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R489 HFG is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Red with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Ducati ST2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 22,533 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati ST2 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 155 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R489 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati ST2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati ST2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R489 HFG registered?

R489 HFG is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R489 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R489 HFG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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