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W8 DUC

2000 Ducati 996

Multi-colour Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,470 mi
Last recorded16,470 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Ducati 99612,586 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW8 DUC
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 16,470 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 16,308 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 15,844 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 15,253 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 14,790 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2020 13,966 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 13,845 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 13,307 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 13,307 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,243 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 11,594 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play lower shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2015 11,267 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Apr 2014 10,757 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2013 9,855 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 8,789 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 7,921 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 7,921 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 7,075 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,169 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 3,067 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 3,067 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Ducati 996?

Based on 17,371 MOT tests across 1,890 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
329
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
1,890
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 119
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 79
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 58
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 45
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W8 DUC is a 2000 Ducati 996 in Multi-colour with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Ducati 996 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 12,586 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 996 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W8 DUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 996 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Ducati 996 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W8 DUC?

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What year was W8 DUC registered?

W8 DUC is a 2000 Ducati 996, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W8 DUC safe to buy?

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