2002 Ducati M900 0.9L Petrol · GP02 AAF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 18 December 2024 at 13,608 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a recent period of instability during late 2024. After two years of clean records, the motorcycle suffered two consecutive failures within a three-week window. While the issues were rectified quickly to achieve a subsequent pass, the sudden appearance of mechanical faults suggests an oversight that required immediate intervention to meet safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old machine, averaging approximately 567 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the July 2021 test at 13,378 miles and the August 2023 test at 13,528 miles, representing only 150 miles covered over two years. This pattern suggests the vehicle spends long periods in storage. Such usage patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids regardless of the low de-factometer reading. A buyer must specifically inspect the steering head bearings, which the tester flagged as excessively stiff or notchy on 22 November 2024 at 13,595 miles. This condition often indicates dried grease or internal pitting due to long-term standing without movement. The recurring throttle control failure, which appeared in both November and December, also requires verification to ensure the cables are not binding or the assembly not seized. Given the low mileage, the inspection should also check for age-related issues such as perished brake lines, glazed tyres, and surface corrosion on the frame that are not typically captured by a standard MOT test.