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R841 XRA

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,667 mi
Last recorded15,667 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR841 XRA
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 15,667 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 14,014 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 14,008 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2016 12,472 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear rear indicators light

Pass 15 May 2015 10,478 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 7,166 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 Apr 2014 7,158 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Mar 2013 6,564 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 6,564 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2011 6,550 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 6,252 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 6,017 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 1,579 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 6,505 miles

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

Mirrors missing

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

Fail 8 Feb 2007 6,505 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Mirrors missing

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 3,230 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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R841 XRA is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R841 XRA, 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 R841 XRA registered?

R841 XRA is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R841 XRA safe to buy?

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