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P521 GTF

1997 Ducati Monster

Black Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,097 mi
Last recorded19,097 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP521 GTF
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 19,097 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2024 19,097 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2022 18,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Discs worn thin. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 18,112 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2020 17,921 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 17,599 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 17,229 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,110 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 17,103 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 16,968 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 16,844 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 16,603 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 16,479 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 15,725 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 15,435 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 14,856 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 14,540 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati Monster?

Based on 11,287 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
reflector on motorcycle missing 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Drive chain excessively loose 38
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P521 GTF is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Black with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1997 Ducati Monster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,847 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati Monster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P521 GTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Monster typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati Monster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P521 GTF registered?

P521 GTF is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P521 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P521 GTF shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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