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R121 DKX

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,093 mi
Last recorded27,093 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 DKX
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2009 27,093 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 27,093 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 23,672 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 23,134 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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R121 DKX is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R121 DKX, 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 R121 DKX registered?

R121 DKX is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R121 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 DKX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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