CarVerify

Free Car Check

R91 RGM

1998 Ducati 900SS

Red Petrol 904cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

32,266 mi
Last recorded32,266 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Ducati 900SS17,592 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Ducati
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 RGM
MakeDucati
Model900SS
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc
View full Ducati 900SS reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 32,266 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 31,654 miles
Fail 17 May 2025 31,573 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 29,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 May 2023 27,365 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 26,427 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 May 2022 26,427 miles

Front 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))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2021 26,064 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 24,748 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 24,583 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 24,583 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.5.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 24,439 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 24,171 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 23,491 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 22,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 21,672 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2010 21,672 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Fail 11 Jul 2009 20,665 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,665 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 19,542 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 18,830 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 17,720 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900SS?

Based on 2,654 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 8
Full Ducati 900SS reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R91 RGM is a 1998 Ducati 900SS in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1998 Ducati 900SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 17,592 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 900SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R91 RGM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900SS typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati 900SS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R91 RGM?

You can check the full history of R91 RGM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R91 RGM registered?

R91 RGM is a 1998 Ducati 900SS, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R91 RGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 RGM shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R91 RGM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R91 RGM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.