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R797 EEG

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

738 mi
Last recorded738 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR797 EEG
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 738 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 21,643 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 19,535 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 17,426 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 16,949 miles

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 15,079 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 15,060 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 15,060 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 15,025 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 14,940 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 14,940 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 14,927 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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R797 EEG is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R797 EEG, 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 R797 EEG registered?

R797 EEG is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 7 September 1997.

Is R797 EEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R797 EEG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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