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P451 MSX

1997 Ducati 900SS

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,732 mi
Last recorded20,732 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 900SS18,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP451 MSX
MakeDucati
Model900SS
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 20,732 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 20,704 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 20,331 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 20,119 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 20,117 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 19,733 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 19,465 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 18,878 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 18,878 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 14,444 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 900SS?

Based on 2,654 MOT tests across 332 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
332
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
suspension bush has excessive free play 8
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P451 MSX is a 1997 Ducati 900SS in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 900SS models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 18,168 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 900SS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P451 MSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 900SS typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 900SS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P451 MSX?

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What year was P451 MSX registered?

P451 MSX is a 1997 Ducati 900SS, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is P451 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P451 MSX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P451 MSX have outstanding finance?

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