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R247 FUP

1997 Ducati 900

Yellow Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,278 mi
Last recorded42,278 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 90017,660 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 FUP
MakeDucati
Model900
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 42,278 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 41,268 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 39,799 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 37,797 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 36,992 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 36,688 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 36,265 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 35,781 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 34,773 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 34,259 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 34,158 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 34,158 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 33,546 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 32,748 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 32,193 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 30,297 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 28,642 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 28,642 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 24,063 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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R247 FUP is a 1997 Ducati 900 in Yellow with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R247 FUP, 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 R247 FUP registered?

R247 FUP is a 1997 Ducati 900, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R247 FUP safe to buy?

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