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W981 SYA

2000 Ducati 996

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,525 mi
Last recorded20,525 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Ducati 99612,586 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW981 SYA
MakeDucati
Model996
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2025 20,525 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 20,360 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 20,156 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 19,946 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 19,916 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 19,444 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 19,390 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 19,377 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 17,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 15,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 15,041 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 14,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 14,031 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,763 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 12,523 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 11,955 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 10,846 miles

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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W981 SYA is a 2000 Ducati 996 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W981 SYA, 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 W981 SYA?

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What year was W981 SYA registered?

W981 SYA is a 2000 Ducati 996, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W981 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W981 SYA shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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