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W197 XAA

2000 Ducati M900

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,357 mi
Last recorded6,357 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2000 Ducati M90014,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW197 XAA
MakeDucati
ModelM900
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 6,357 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 6,328 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 5,184 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 30,621 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2019 25,131 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati M900?

Based on 8,481 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
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W197 XAA is a 2000 Ducati M900 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Ducati M900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 14,124 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 M900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W197 XAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M900 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 26 years old, this Ducati M900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W197 XAA registered?

W197 XAA is a 2000 Ducati M900, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W197 XAA safe to buy?

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