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P968 YFT

1997 Ducati Monster

Black Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,827 mi
Last recorded38,827 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP968 YFT
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 38,827 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 37,610 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 32,975 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 30,113 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 26,188 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 24,949 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 22,639 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,643 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play on rear suspension links and shocker bushes

Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,404 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 7,738 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 7,738 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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P968 YFT is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Black with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P968 YFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P968 YFT registered?

P968 YFT is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 18 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P968 YFT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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