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P983 JOL

1997 Ducati 900

Red Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,522 mi
Last recorded11,522 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 JOL
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 11,522 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 11,485 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 11,461 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 11,296 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2014 10,892 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake pads slightly worn

fuel tank breather split

Fail 16 Jul 2014 10,892 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front brake pads slightly worn

fuel tank breather split

Pass 24 Jul 2013 10,807 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2012 10,723 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 10,723 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 10,704 miles

n/s h/grip loose

Pass 26 Apr 2008 10,676 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 10,529 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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P983 JOL is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Red with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P983 JOL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P983 JOL registered?

P983 JOL is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is P983 JOL safe to buy?

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