1991 DUCATI 9070.9L PETROL

The 1991 Ducati 907 presents a minimal MOT history that offers little meaningful trend data for assessing long-term mechanical condition. The sole recorded test, conducted on 19 July 2008 at 2,566 miles, passed with zero defects. No subsequent MOT entries exist, meaning the bike has either remained off the road for nearly two decades or has been used without a valid MOT certificate since 2008. This absence of recent testing leaves the current roadworthiness status entirely unverified. The recorded mileage of 2,566 miles is exceptionally low for a machine of this age, averaging roughly 73 miles per year over 35 years. Such minimal use typically points to prolonged periods of storage rather than regular riding. Long-term standing introduces its own risks: stale fuel, degraded seals, perished rubber hoses, and corroded brake components are all common in machines that sit idle for extended durations. The single MOT entry at 2,566 miles in 2008 provides no evidence of ongoing maintenance or regular use since that date. A prospective buyer should treat this motorcycle as unproven mechanically and inspect it thoroughly before any road use. The braking system demands particular attention, as calipers and discs can seize or corrode when a machine stands unused. Tyres, regardless of remaining tread depth, should be checked for age-related cracking and sidewall degradation, as rubber compounds deteriorate with time rather than mileage alone. Fuel system integrity, including tank corrosion and carburettor function, requires careful assessment given the likelihood of stale fuel residue. Suspension seals, fork oil condition, and structural fasteners should all be examined for corrosion or seizure. The absence of any MOT advisories in 2008 is encouraging but irrelevant to the machine's present state after nearly two decades without documented testing. This Ducati's value lies primarily in its rarity and low recorded miles, not in any demonstrable maintenance record. A full mechanical inspection by a specialist before purchase is strongly advisable.