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RAF 290R

1977 Ducati 900

Black Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,259 mi
Last recorded33,259 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2011
Typical for 1977 Ducati 90025,618 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAF 290R
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2011 33,259 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 33,246 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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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RAF 290R is a 1977 Ducati 900 in Black with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 25,618 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 RAF 290R, 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 49 years old, this Ducati 900 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RAF 290R?

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What year was RAF 290R registered?

RAF 290R is a 1977 Ducati 900, first registered on 4 July 1977.

Is RAF 290R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAF 290R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAF 290R have outstanding finance?

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