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P717 PLK

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

32,778 mi
Last recorded32,778 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 PLK
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 32,778 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 32,590 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 32,283 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 31,722 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 26,074 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 26,074 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2015 25,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,850 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 25,014 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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P717 PLK is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P717 PLK, 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 P717 PLK registered?

P717 PLK is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 17 July 1997.

Is P717 PLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P717 PLK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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