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P343 AFX

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 864cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,455 mi
Last recorded31,455 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 AFX
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine864cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 31,455 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak (suspect clutch pushrod seal)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 31,081 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 30,602 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 30,335 miles

Play in swingarm-to-shock bush

Pass 22 Jan 2015 29,062 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2013 26,192 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,837 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 23,386 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 21,711 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,880 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 16,452 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 16,452 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 14,010 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 13,964 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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P343 AFX is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 864cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P343 AFX, 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 P343 AFX registered?

P343 AFX is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P343 AFX safe to buy?

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