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R882 TFJ

1997 Ducati ST2

Silver Petrol 944cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,286 mi
Last recorded20,286 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati ST222,533 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR882 TFJ
MakeDucati
ModelST2
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine944cc
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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 20,286 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2025 20,286 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 20,207 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2024 20,207 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 20,113 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 20,113 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 19,612 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 19,612 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 18,896 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 18,696 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 18,696 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 18,237 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 18,207 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 17,965 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 17,965 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 17,867 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 17,867 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 17,859 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,840 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 17,644 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 17,538 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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R882 TFJ is a 1997 Ducati ST2 in Silver with a 944cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R882 TFJ, 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.

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What year was R882 TFJ registered?

R882 TFJ is a 1997 Ducati ST2, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R882 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R882 TFJ shows 21 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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