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P157 UGP

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,031 mi
Last recorded6,031 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 UGP
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 6,031 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2025 6,031 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 6,008 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 5,923 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 5,874 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 5,838 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 5,811 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 5,773 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 5,750 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 5,659 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 5,576 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 5,430 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 5,333 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2007 5,095 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 5,095 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 4,412 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900?

Based on 13,972 MOT tests across 1,848 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
378
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 119
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 36
wheel bearings have excessive free play 32
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P157 UGP is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,660 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 900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 131 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P157 UGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P157 UGP registered?

P157 UGP is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 30 July 1997.

Is P157 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 UGP shows 16 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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