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Y89 DFC

2001 Ducati M900

Black Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

23,354 mi
Last recorded23,354 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Ducati M90011,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY89 DFC
MakeDucati
ModelM900
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 23,354 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 22,542 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 21,176 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 20,959 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 17,894 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 17,894 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2019 17,571 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 17,342 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 17,149 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 16,258 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 14,672 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 14,235 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 13,414 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 13,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2012 12,077 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 10,997 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 10,119 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 10,119 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 8,906 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 8,906 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 7,479 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 5,519 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 3,425 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 3,425 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Ducati M900?

Based on 8,481 MOT tests across 869 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
461
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
869
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 124
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 95
reflector on motorcycle missing 53
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 43
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
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Y89 DFC is a 2001 Ducati M900 in Black with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Ducati M900 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 11,982 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 M900 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y89 DFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati M900 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Ducati M900 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y89 DFC registered?

Y89 DFC is a 2001 Ducati M900, first registered on 2 April 2001.

Is Y89 DFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y89 DFC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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