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R303 GRO

1998 Ducati Monster

Yellow Petrol 583cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,576 mi
Last recorded21,576 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Ducati Monster14,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR303 GRO
MakeDucati
ModelMonster
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine583cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2009 21,576 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2007
Pass 19 Jan 2006 38,402 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 38,400 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Ducati Monster?

Based on 11,287 MOT tests across 1,358 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
492
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 108
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
reflector on motorcycle missing 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 38
Drive chain excessively loose 38
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R303 GRO is a 1998 Ducati Monster in Yellow with a 583cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Ducati Monster models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 14,468 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 Monster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R303 GRO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati Monster typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Ducati Monster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R303 GRO registered?

R303 GRO is a 1998 Ducati Monster, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R303 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R303 GRO shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R303 GRO have outstanding finance?

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