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SF05 ABX

2005 Ducati Monster

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

21,252 mi
Last recorded21,252 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Ducati Monster8,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 ABX
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 21,252 miles

slightly reduced reserve travel at rear brake pedal

Pass 18 May 2024 19,500 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 18,517 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 18,517 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 17,820 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 17,818 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 16,683 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Jan 2020 16,265 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 16,265 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 1 Jun 2018 15,065 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2017 15,008 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 14,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,212 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 13,212 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 12,820 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,457 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 10,512 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 7,887 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 6,079 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 176 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 4,544 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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SF05 ABX is a 2005 Ducati Monster in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Ducati Monster models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 8,636 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 SF05 ABX, 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 21 years old, this Ducati Monster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF05 ABX registered?

SF05 ABX is a 2005 Ducati Monster, first registered on 6 April 2005.

Is SF05 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF05 ABX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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