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R988 UKX

1997 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,250 mi
Last recorded26,250 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Ducati Monster15,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR988 UKX
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 26,250 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front indicator damaged

clutch lever condition

Pass 8 May 2013 25,942 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 25,942 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 31 May 2010 24,387 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 31 May 2010 24,387 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 22,545 miles

front floating disc has slight play at fixings

Fail 27 May 2009 22,545 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front floating disc has slight play at fixings

Pass 28 May 2008 21,703 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 15,087 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 May 2006 14,389 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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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R988 UKX is a 1997 Ducati Monster in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R988 UKX, 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 R988 UKX registered?

R988 UKX is a 1997 Ducati Monster, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R988 UKX safe to buy?

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