1994 DUCATI 9160.9L Petrol

The Ducati 916 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the most recent test on 24 October 2024 at 13,923 miles where the tester recorded no defects. Every MOT entry from 2018 through 2024 shows a pass with no advisories, indicating the machine has not displayed worsening mechanical or structural faults across the recorded period. The odometer reflects exceptionally low use for a 32-year-old vehicle. From the 9 October 2018 test at 13,722 miles to the 24 October 2024 test at 13,923 miles, the bike covered just 201 miles in six years, averaging roughly 34 miles per year. A clear gap sits between the 2018 and 2021 tests, with no recorded MOT in 2019 or 2020. The clean record across all five tests shows no recurring consumable neglect such as worn tyres or failed emissions, but the sparse history offers limited insight into component condition during the standing period. A buyer should physically inspect the 916 for corrosion on the frame and suspension linkages given the long dormant intervals, as MOT passes do not confirm absence of surface rust on an Italian machine of this age. The brake calipers and discs warrant close examination for pitting or seizure after years of minimal use. Suspension bushes, fork seals, and the exhaust system should be checked for degradation from inactivity rather than wear. Despite the flawless test record, the low mileage and storage gaps mean rubber components, fuel lines, and wheel bearings may have aged beyond their service life without showing as defects. A pre-purchase inspection by a Ducati specialist remains advisable before commitment.