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P858 RSG

1997 Ducati Monster

Black Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,182 mi
Last recorded17,182 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 RSG
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2009 17,182 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

rear suspension is slightly stiff

Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,182 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

rear suspension is slightly stiff

Pass 28 Aug 2008 15,276 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,955 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 14,954 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 13,312 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 13,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2006 13,312 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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P858 RSG is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Black with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P858 RSG, 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 P858 RSG registered?

P858 RSG is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 22 May 1997.

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