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J26 BPR

1997 Ducati 748

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,954 mi
Last recorded14,954 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Ducati 74817,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ26 BPR
MakeDucati
Model748
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 14,954 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 14,812 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 14,719 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 14,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2015 13,748 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 12,871 miles

n/s/r sidelight inop

Pass 25 Mar 2013 12,343 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,925 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 10,881 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 10,713 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 10,451 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 9,663 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 9,077 miles

How Reliable is the Ducati 748?

Based on 29,046 MOT tests across 3,162 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
384
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 327
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 313
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 128
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 125
Footrest missing 122
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J26 BPR is a 1997 Ducati 748 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Ducati 748 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 17,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ducati 748 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 327 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J26 BPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ducati 748 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Ducati 748 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J26 BPR registered?

J26 BPR is a 1997 Ducati 748, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is J26 BPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J26 BPR shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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