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P740 GBW

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,803 mi
Last recorded15,803 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP740 GBW
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 15,803 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Lower mount to Swingarm (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,425 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 15,175 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 14,941 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 14,272 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 14,272 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 13,960 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 13,614 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 13,614 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,334 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 13,051 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 13,051 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 12,643 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 12,643 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,330 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,956 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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P740 GBW is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P740 GBW, 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 P740 GBW registered?

P740 GBW is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is P740 GBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P740 GBW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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