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R855 XWR

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 916cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,030 mi
Last recorded19,030 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 XWR
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine916cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 19,030 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 18,569 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,447 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 16,529 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 12,904 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 12,865 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 10,013 miles

some wear in rear suspension lower bush

Pass 27 Jun 2006 9,806 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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R855 XWR is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 916cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R855 XWR, 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 R855 XWR registered?

R855 XWR is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R855 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 XWR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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